Finance Assistant

TR2 Recruitment; Redruth; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

TR2 Recruitment is seeking a proactive Finance Assistant to join our busy finance team. You will support day-to-day financial operations, maintain records, process invoices and assist with financial reporting in a fast-paced environment.

Ideal candidates have AAT Level 3, strong attention to detail, excellent Excel skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. The role starts immediately and offers valuable exposure to finance operations and professional development.

Qualifications

• AAT Level 3 is required.
• Strong interest or experience in finance, accounting or related fields.
• Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy.
• Good organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
• Proficiency with Excel; familiarity with accounting software is a plus.
• Clear written and verbal communication; able to work independently or in a team.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and processing of invoices, expense reports and purchase orders.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update accounting databases.
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities with reconciliations and reports.
• Collaborate to ensure timely payments and collections.
• Monitor budgets and track transactions against forecasts.
• Respond to internal inquiries related to billing and accounts.
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and data.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Independent worker

Education

AAT Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our dynamic finance team. In this vital role, you will support the day-to-day financial operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in processing transactions, maintaining records, and assisting with financial reporting. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment while contributing to the financial health of the organization. Your enthusiasm and precision will help keep our financial processes running smoothly and effectively.

Duties

• Assist with the preparation and processing of invoices, expense reports, and purchase orders
• Maintain accurate financial records and update accounting databases regularly
• Support month-end and year-end closing activities by reconciling accounts and preparing reports
• Collaborate with team members to ensure timely payments and collections
• Help monitor budgets and track financial transactions against forecasts
• Respond to internal inquiries related to billing, payments, or account status
• Support audits by providing necessary documentation and data as requested

Requirements

• AAT Level 3
• Proven experience or strong interest in finance, accounting, or related fields
• Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in data entry and record keeping
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize tasks effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel; familiarity with accounting software is a plus
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment

Join us as a Finance Assistant and be part of a vibrant team dedicated to excellence! We value energetic individuals eager to grow their careers while making meaningful contributions. This paid position offers valuable experience in finance operations within a supportive environment committed to your professional development. The role is to start immediately.