Finance Assistant

We Are Footprint; Ringway; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing consultancy in the construction sector is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their Manchester-based team. The role involves supporting day-to-day finance operations, including processing invoices and preparing payroll data. Ideal candidates have experience in a finance or accounts role, are proficient in Excel and accounting software, and possess strong attention to detail. The company offers a salary between £25,000 and £30,000, along with training, support, and long-term career progression opportunities.

Benefits

Salary of £25,000 - £30,000

Exposure to live projects

Supportive team with training

Long-term career progression

Professional working environment

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a finance assistant or accounts assistant.
• Confident using Excel and accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices and supplier payments.
• Reconcile bank accounts and supplier statements.
• Assist with month-end processes and basic reporting.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Interest in AAT or similar

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Finance Assistant

We are recruiting on behalf of a growing consultancy within the construction and built environment sector, seeking a Finance Assistant to join their Manchester-based team.

Company Overview

Our client is an established consultancy operating across the construction, infrastructure, and property sectors, delivering support services on a range of complex projects throughout the UK. Their work spans commercial developments, public sector schemes, and technically challenging refurbishment and regeneration projects. The business is known for its collaborative culture and long-term project relationships.

Role

As Finance Assistant, you will support the finance function with day-to-day transactional and administrative tasks, helping to ensure accurate financial reporting and smooth project cost control.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices and supplier payments
• Raising sales invoices and assisting with applications for payment
• Reconciling bank accounts and supplier statements
• Supporting month-end processes and basic reporting
• Assisting with expense claims and payroll data preparation
• Maintaining accurate financial records and filing systems
• Liaising with project teams and external suppliers as required

About You

• Has previous experience in a finance assistant, accounts assistant, or similar role
• Is confident using Excel and accounting software
• Has strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Is proactive, reliable, and keen to learn
• Is studying (or interested in studying) AAT or similar (desirable, not essential)

What's on Offer

• Salary of £25,000 - £30,000, depending on experience
• Exposure to live construction and consultancy projects
• Supportive finance team with training and development
• Long-term career progression within a stable business
• Manchester-based office with a professional working environment

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