Finance Assistant

Allen Associates; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is hiring a Finance Assistant in Oxfordshire. The ideal candidate will manage the Accounts Payable function and support the finance team. Required skills include AP experience, proficiency in Excel, and excellent communication skills. The role offers hybrid working, a competitive salary, and benefits including annual leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Up to 4% employer pension contribution

Onsite café

Parking available

A full fridge of snacks and drinks onsite

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable, specifically in the purchase to pay cycle.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, purchase orders, and payment cycles.
• Experience with online banking platforms (e.g., Barclays).

Responsibilities

• Manage the Accounts Payable function of the business.
• Resolve invoicing, payment, and PO issues with suppliers and internal teams.
• Prepare payment runs and handle priority payments.

Skills

Accounts Payable

Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Xero

Job description

Finance Assistant

We are thrilled to be partnering with our client to recruit an experienced Finance Assistant to join their team at exciting period of growth. We are looking for an adaptable, confident, and independent Finance Assistant to manage the Accounts Payable function of the business, as well as supporting the finance team with other accounting tasks. This role requires a candidate with proven AP experience, the ability to work independently, a great work ethic, and excellent communication skills.

Please note that due to the remote location of this role you must have access to a car.

Finance Assistant Responsibilities

• Coding and ensuring accurate approvals and budget allocations for invoices.
• Resolving invoicing, payment, and PO issues with suppliers and internal teams.
• Updating budget trackers and supporting budget-related queries.
• Preparing payment runs, handling priority payments, and verifying supplier details.
• Assisting with invoicing, reconciliations, asset tracking, and audit prep.

Finance Assistant Rewards

This is a fast-paced and challenging role, with lots of opportunities to learn and develop.

Alongside a competitive salary, you will also benefit from:

• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Up to 4% employer pension contribution
• A full fridge of snacks and drinks onsite
• Onsite café
• Parking available
• Hybrid working

The Company

Our client is expected to become the leader in their field in the UK.

Finance Assistant Experience Essentials

• AAT qualification or equivalent accounting/finance experience
• Demonstrable experience in accounts payable, specifically in the purchase to pay cycle.
• Strong understanding of invoice processing, purchase orders, and payment cycles
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software, preferably Xero
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Capable of managing stakeholders effectively.
• Experience with online banking platforms (e.g., Barclays)
• Knowledge of budget tracking and reporting
• Exposure to accounts receivable and other finance processes is desirable.
• Ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced company environment.

Finance Assistant Location

Our client is based in OX7. Due to the remote location of the offices, you must have access to a car.

Action

• Please apply online!

Allen Associates is a leading recruitment company in Oxfordshire recruiting for Marketing, Finance, Human Resources and PA/Administrative roles. Allen Associates operates as an Employment Agency for permanent recruitment and an Employment Business for temporary recruitment. For more information on current vacancies please visit (url removed) and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. For our latest vacancies follow our Jobs on Twitter