Finance Assistant

AMCS Group; Telford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services company in Telford is seeking a diligent Finance Assistant to enhance their finance team. The ideal candidate will have previous finance experience and strong Excel skills. Key responsibilities include processing invoices, maintaining ledgers, and performing bank reconciliations. This role provides an excellent opportunity for organized individuals who can manage their time effectively and communicate well. Interested candidates should be ready to contribute to the smooth operation of the accounts department while gaining valuable experience across various financial functions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance position is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with the maintenance of the purchase ledger and sales ledger.
• Perform daily or weekly bank reconciliations for various company accounts.
• Process staff expense claims in line with company policy.
• Maintain organized and efficient filing systems for all financial documents.

Skills

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Time management

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Our client is seeking a diligent and proactive Finance Assistant to join their busy finance team. The ideal candidate will be highly organized, possess excellent attention to detail, and be committed to maintaining accurate financial records. This role is essential for the smooth operation of our accounts department and offers an excellent opportunity to gain broad experience across various financial functions.

Responsibilities

• Processing invoices accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct coding, approval, and matching against purchase orders.
• Assisting with the maintenance of the purchase ledger and sales ledger, including reconciling supplier statements and chasing outstanding customer payments.
• Performing daily or weekly bank reconciliations for various company accounts to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Processing staff expense claims in line with company policy and ensuring all necessary documentation is provided.
• Maintaining organized and efficient filing systems (both physical and electronic) for all financial documents and accurately inputting financial data into the accounting system.
• Providing general administrative support to the Finance Manager and the wider finance team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance position is essential.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables).
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a professional and confident telephone manner.
• Proven ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.