Finance Assistant

IPS Group Ltd; Pudsey; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a growing company as a Finance Assistant, where you will leverage your two years of experience in finance to make a meaningful contribution. This role involves managing incoming payments, processing invoices, and ensuring efficient financial operations while working within a dynamic team.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' experience in an accounts or finance role.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Recording incoming payments and issuing invoices.
• Processing account statements and conducting bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining the financial database and coordinating with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Time management

Problem-solving

Education

Proven experience in finance or administrative support

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Are you an experienced Finance Assistant looking for a new opportunity?

If you have a minimum of two years' experience in an accounts team, strong attention to detail, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, this role could be an excellent fit for you. It’s a great opportunity to join a growing company and make a meaningful contribution to its continued success.

Responsibilities:

• Recording incoming payments from clients.
• Preparing and issuing invoices in a timely manner.
• Processing account statements for review and reporting.
• Handling outbound payments to external parties
• Setting up new accounts and archiving former account records.
• Coordinating with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient financial operations.
• Updating and maintaining the financial database with accuracy.
• Conducting daily bank reconciliations.
• Preparing and maintaining overdue payments

Essential:

• Proven experience in an accounts, finance, or administrative support role.
• Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and high level of accuracy in data entry.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Effective communication skills for liaising with both internal teams and external contacts.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines under pressure.
• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset.

IPS Finance has 40 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities.