Finance Assistant: Detail-Driven Accounts & Cashflow Support

Unity5; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Unity5 is looking for a Finance Assistant to support day-to-day finance operations in a fast-paced environment. You will handle accounts payable and receivable, process expenses, and ensure data accuracy across the finance function.

You will report into the Finance team and contribute to ongoing process improvements while maintaining a high standard of financial control and compliance. This role offers hybrid working in Exeter with on-site elements as required.

Qualifications

• Numerical accuracy and high data-entry precision.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and standard office tools.
• Clear written and verbal communication with clients, vendors and teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
• 1–2 years in a finance/accounting environment.
• Hands-on experience with accounting software (Xero, Sage, FreeAgent).

Responsibilities

• Process, verify and reconcile invoices and payment requests.
• Prepare weekly/monthly payment runs and monitor cashflow.
• Perform bank reconciliations and maintain GL accuracy.
• Maintain digital filing for audit readiness.
• Act as a point of contact for invoice and payment queries.
• Support transformational finance projects with the Group Financial Controller.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Software literacy

Communication

Organisation

Experience

Systems knowledge

Tools

Xero

Sage

FreeAgent

Pleo

ExpenseIn

Job description

Unity5 is looking for a Finance Assistant to support day-to-day finance operations in a fast-paced environment. You will handle accounts payable and receivable, process expenses, and ensure data accuracy across the finance function.

You will report into the Finance team and contribute to ongoing process improvements while maintaining a high standard of financial control and compliance. This role offers hybrid working in Exeter with on-site elements as required.