Finance Assistant

Paul Mitchell Associates; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected recruitment firm in the UK is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their close-knit team. The ideal candidate will manage payroll and purchase ledger duties, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Experience with Sage Line 200 and strong attention to detail are required. This role offers a supportive environment and a competitive salary ranging from £26,000 to £28,000.

Benefits

Generous holiday allowance

Friendly culture

Competitive salary

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll and purchase ledger functions required.
• Familiarity with Sage Line 200 and Sage Payroll is desirable.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a small, busy team.

Responsibilities

• Administer weekly and monthly payroll using Sage Line 50 Payroll.
• Process timesheets, expenses, new starters, and leavers.
• Maintain and reconcile the purchase ledger.

Skills

Experience in payroll functions

Experience in purchase ledger functions

Strong communication skills

Attention to detail

Flexible and hands-on attitude

Tools

Sage Line 200

Sage Payroll

Job description

Overview

FINANCE ASSISTANT
Enderby | £26,000 – £28,000 | Full-Time, Permanent

Are you an experienced Finance Assistant looking for a varied role within a friendly, close-knit team? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established and growing SME where you’ll play an important part in keeping the finance function running smoothly day-to-day.

Your role

As a Finance Assistant, you’ll take ownership of both payroll and purchase ledger responsibilities, ensuring everything runs accurately and on time. Your role will include:

• Administering weekly and monthly payroll using Sage Line 50 Payroll.
• Processing timesheets, expenses, new starters, and leavers.
• Managing end-of-year returns and liaising with HMRC.
• Maintaining and reconciling the purchase ledger.
• Preparing supplier payments and resolving queries.
• Assisting with credit control and sales ledger cash postings.
• Providing general accounts support and occasional office cover.

Why you’ll love it here

Friendly, close-knit culture – small business environment where you’re truly valued.

Generous holiday allowance

Competitive salary – £26,000 to £28,000 per annum (depending on experience).

What we’re looking for

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• Experience in payroll and purchase ledger functions.
• Familiarity with Sage Line 200 and Sage Payroll (desirable).
• A flexible, “hands-on” attitude and willingness to help where needed.
• Strong communication skills and attention to detail.
• Confidence managing multiple priorities in a small, busy team.

Ready to bring your skills to a respected and welcoming business where you can truly make an impact? APPLY NOW!