Finance Assistant

The Best Connection Group Limited; Tamworth; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Finance Assistant in Tamworth. Responsibilities include reconciling accounts, maintaining financial records, and supporting audits. The ideal candidate should have experience in finance, proficiency in Excel, and strong organisational skills. Benefits include weekly pay, pension contributions, and 28 days paid leave. This is a temporary ongoing assignment within a supportive finance team.

Benefits

Weekly pay (every Friday)

Online payslips

Pension contribution

28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata)

Qualifications

• Experience with sales ledger, purchase ledger, or both.
• Knowledge of management accounting systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and reconcile customer accounts.
• Process overseas supplier invoices and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with month-end tasks and support audit requirements.

Skills

Strong organisational and multitasking abilities

High level of accuracy and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently and in a team

Proactive and solution-focused approach

Education

Previous experience in a finance or accounts role

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

Basic understanding of accounting principles

Job description

The Best Connection Tamworth are recruiting a Finance Assistant for a busy client. £28,000 per annum, Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:15. Join a supportive finance team handling sales ledger, purchase ledger, and general finance tasks.

Pay & Working Hours:

• Monday - Friday
• 09:00 - 17:15
• £14.85ph

Job Overview:

Our client is seeking a Finance Assistant to support their finance department across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and general finance tasks. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end processes, and supporting both internal and external audits. This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, detail-oriented, and confident with financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Ledger:

• Monitor and reconcile customer accounts, allocating payments correctly
• Maintain aged debt reports and follow up overdue payments
• Support credit control and communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances
• Assist with invoice queries and discrepancies alongside operations teams

Purchase Ledger:

• Reconcile overseas supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Process overseas supplier invoices, matching to cost estimates and obtaining approvals
• Maintain accurate supplier account information
• Assist with invoice queries and expense monitoring

General Finance Support:

• Assist with month-end tasks, reconciliations, and reporting
• Support audit requirements as needed
• Provide administrative support to the finance team
• Assist with ad-hoc finance projects and process improvements

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Ability to work independently and in a team
• Proactive and solution-focused approach
• Good time management and prioritisation skills
• Professional and confidential handling of financial information

Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role (Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, or both)
• Working knowledge of management accounting systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• Basic understanding of accounting principles

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to high-quality work
• Positive and flexible attitude with willingness to learn
• Strong customer service mindset with professional approach

Benefits of Working with The Best Connection:

• Weekly pay (every Friday)
• Online payslips
• Pension contribution
• Ongoing temporary assignment
• 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holidays)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.