Finance Assistant - International and Partnerships (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Iceland Foods; North Cornelly; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounts in Iceland Stores

Pension (NEST)

Free onsite parking

Private health insurance

Staff restaurant subsidy

Christmas savings scheme

Long service awards

Holiday allowance up to 36 days

Cycle to work support

Discounts on full price items

Job summary

Iceland Foods is seeking a proactive Finance Assistant to join our International & Partnerships Finance team on a 12 Month Fixed Term Contract. The role covers purchase orders, invoicing, sales ledger administration and customer account management, supporting cross-functional Finance activities across the business.

This is an excellent opportunity to build experience in finance, working with colleagues across the group and developing professional skills within a dynamic retail environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role is desirable but not essential.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience using accounting systems (e.g. SAP, Dynamics) desirable but not essential.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• AAT or willingness to study towards a professional qualification (desirable).
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business.

Responsibilities

• Raise Purchase Orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct coding and approvals.
• Support sales ledger activities, including maintaining ledgers and resolving queries.
• Support with customer recharges and sundry invoicing.
• Support with claims and raise customer credits.
• Provide administrative support to the wider finance team.
• Respond to internal and external finance queries in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures.
• Support audit processes by preparing required documentation.

Job description

Finance Assistant (International & Partnerships) - 12 Month Fixed Term Contract

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our International & Partnerships Finance team. In this varied role, you'll support a range of core finance activities, including purchase orders, invoicing, sales ledger administration and customer account management. Working with colleagues across the business, you'll help ensure financial processes run efficiently while delivering excellent service to both internal and external stakeholders.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to build their experience and develop a career within finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise Purchase Orders accurately and in a timely manner, ensuring correct coding and approvals
• Support sales ledger activities, including maintaining ledgers and resolving queries
• Support with customer recharges and sundry invoicing
• Support with claims and raise customer credits
• Provide administrative support to the wider finance team
• Respond to internal and external finance queries in a professional and timely manner
• Ensure compliance with internal controls, policies and procedures
• Support audit processes by preparing required documentation

Experience & Skills

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role is desirable but not essential
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications
• Experience using accounting systems(e.g. SAP,Dynamics) desirable but not essential
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• AAT or willingness to study towards a professional qualification (desirable)
• Strong communication skills with the ability to build relationships across the business

Personal Attributes

• Highly organised and detail-oriented
• Proactive with a willingness to learn and develop
• Strong team player with a collaborative approach
• Reliable and able to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to elevate issues appropriately
• Positive attitude and flexible approach to work

Benefits

• 15% discount in Iceland and Food Warehouse stores
• 50% Big Table Group discount
• 33 days holiday, increasing with service up to 36 days (including bank holidays) (Pre April 2026 increase to 38 days)
• Pension (NEST)
• Free onsite parking
• Onsite electric car charging ports
• Subsidised staff restaurant with a Michelin Star Chef and a subsidised Costa Coffee
• Annual performance related pay review
• Christmas vouchers & Christmas Savings scheme
• Long service awards
• 20% off full price items at DD Clinical
• Simplyhealth Healthcare Cash Plan
• Private health insurance