Finance Assistant

Pertemps; Wednesbury; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Wednesbury is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their supportive team. This permanent position offers an opportunity to engage in various financial operations, from processing invoices to aiding with month-end reporting. Ideal candidates will possess strong experience in finance, particularly with Sage 200, and a proactive team-oriented attitude.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a finance role.
• Solid experience in purchase and sales ledger.
• Confident with Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Monitor finance inboxes and handle queries.
• Process and review invoices and credit card transactions.
• Perform daily bank and intercompany reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Time Management

Communication

Team Player

Education

AAT Qualified or Studying

Tools

Sage 200

Microsoft Excel

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Finance Assistant
Permanent Opportunity
Wednesbury, West Midlands
Salary per annum: £27,000 to £30,000 (dependent on experience level)

Are you a detail-driven finance professional looking to join a supportive, close-knit team? This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, family-run business that truly values its people and offers the chance to work closely with a knowledgeable Finance Manager.

We're looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations across a group of companies. This role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to be part of a business where your input matters and a strong team culture.

Responsibilities of the Finance Assistant:

• Monitor finance inboxes and handle queries efficiently
• Process and review invoices, expenses, and credit card transactions
• Accurately enter and manage financial data using Sage 200
• Perform daily bank and intercompany reconciliations
• Assist with month-end and year-end reporting, including prepayments, accruals, and journals
• Support budgeting, reporting, and audits
• Help maintain costing schedules and analyse changes
• Set up new supplier/client accounts and ensure complete documentation
• Supervise and support a small finance team
• Contribute ideas for improving finance processes

Requirements of the Finance Assistant:

• At least 2 years' experience in a finance role
• AAT qualified or currently studying
• Solid experience in both purchase and sales ledger
• Sage 200 experience is essential
• Confident with Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Strong time management and communication skills
• A proactive, supportive team player who can also work independently