Finance Assistant

Confidential

Wigan

On-site

GBP 32,000 - 35,000

Full time

2 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday including bankogo
Company pension scheme
Free on-site parking
Ongoing professional development and培训

Job summary

Confidential is seeking a Finance Assistant in Wigan to support day-to-day finance operations. The role involves maintaining financial records, processing transactions, and assisting with reconciliations and month-end activities.

You will work with accounting systems and Excel to prepare analyses for internal stakeholders, contributing to accurate reporting and process improvements. The position offers permanent employment and standard daytime hours.

Qualifications

  • Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar accounting position.
  • Strong reconciliation skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience supporting month-end processes.
  • Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Responsibilities

  • Support the day-to-day operations of the finance department, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately.
  • Assist with account reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end activities.
  • Process financial transactions and maintain data within the company's accounting systems.
  • Prepare information and analysis for internal stakeholders to support business decision-making.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to resolve finance-related queries and improve processes.

Skills

Reconciliation
Month-end
Excel
Accounting systems
Organisational skills
Communication skills
Teamwork

Tools

Excel
Accounting software

Job description

Finance Assistant
- Location: Wigan
- Salary: £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
- Job Type: Permanent
- Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm

Benefits
  • 28 days holiday including bank holidays
  • Company pension scheme
  • Free on-site parking
  • Ongoing support for professional development and training
Key Responsibilities
  • Support the day-to-day operations of the finance department, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately.
  • Assist with account reconciliations, financial reporting, and month-end activities.
  • Process financial transactions and maintain data within the company's accounting systems.
  • Prepare information and analysis for internal stakeholders to support business decision-making.
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to resolve finance-related queries and improve processes.
Requirements
  • Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar accounting position.
  • Strong reconciliation skills and attention to detail.
  • Experience supporting month-end processes.
  • Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems.
  • Excellent organisational and communication skills.
  • A proactive and flexible approach with the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading organisation, please do not hesitate to apply.

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