Finance Assistant — Office-Based with Study Support & Growth

Michael Page; Hyndburn; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Study support

Generous pension contribution

Holiday allowance

Free onsite car parking

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Assistant in Bury to manage core finance activities within a busy team. The role covers purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations and month-end processes, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate will have ledger experience, strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software. The position is office-based, permanent and full-time, offering a salary of 28,000–32,000 per annum plus study support, generous pension and

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts role.
• Strong knowledge of purchase and sales ledgers.
• Proficient with bank reconciliations.
• Experience using Excel and accounting systems.
• Able to manage deadlines and prioritise work.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase ledger and sales ledger activities.
• Process invoices, payments and journals accurately and efficiently.
• Complete bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies.
• Reconcile supplier and customer statements.
• Respond to member queries relating to payments.
• Support month-end activities, including reconciliations and reporting.
• Ensure financial records are accurate and transactions are processed within deadlines.
• Support the wider finance team with day-to-day accounting and administration.

Skills

Purchase ledger

Sales ledger

Bank reconciliations

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Assistant in Bury to manage core finance activities within a busy team. The role covers purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations and month-end processes, with a focus on accuracy and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate will have ledger experience, strong Excel skills and familiarity with accounting software. The position is office-based, permanent and full-time, offering a salary of 28,000–32,000 per annum plus study support, generous pension and