Finance Assitant

Trades Workforce Solutions; Newmarket; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing organization in Newmarket is seeking an ambitious Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team. In this role, you will get hands-on experience in a supportive, fast-paced environment, focusing on tasks such as processing sales invoices, managing credit control, and preparing payments. To qualify, candidates should be studying towards their AAT, possess experience with Sage 200 and Xero, and have excellent communication skills. This fully on-site position offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Currently studying towards your AAT qualification.
• Experience with Sage 200 and Xero is required.
• Excellent communication skills are a must.
• Ability to work both as part of a team and independently.

Responsibilities

• Process and post sales invoices ensuring compliance.
• Help monitor accounts and send reminders for overdue payments.
• Assist with preparing payments and approving expenses.
• Keep bank reconciliations in check and accurately post transactions.

Skills

Experience with Sage 200

Experience with Xero

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work independently

Ability to work in a team

Education

Studying towards AAT

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

NXTGEN are thrilled to be working with a fast-growing organisation in Bury St Edmunds, searching for an ambitious Finance Assistant to join their dynamic team! As the Finance Assistant this is your chance to take the next step in your finance journey, getting hands‑on experience in a supportive, fast‑paced environment where you’ll play a key role in keeping the finance function running smoothly. The role of Finance Assistant you’ll dive into a variety of tasks that will develop your skills and give you a solid foundation for future growth. From financial processing to credit control, you’ll be a vital part of the team, making sure everything adds up!

What you’ll be doing:

Sales Ledger: Process and post sales invoices, ensuring they’re spot on with client instructions and VAT regs. You’ll also manage batching, reconcile accounts, and keep everything in Sage or Xero up to date.

Credit Control: Help monitor accounts, send out reminders for overdue payments, and manage the credit control inbox – keeping the cash flowing smoothly.

Purchase Ledger: Assist with preparing payments, ensure all documentation is in order, and approve credit card expenses.

Cashbook: Keep bank reconciliations in check and accurately post receipts and payments across multiple accounts.

What we’re looking for:

• You’re currently studying towards your AAT and ready to build on what you’ve learned or ready to take that step
• You’ve got experience with Sage 200 and Xero.
• Excellent communication skills
• You can work well both as part of a team and independently.

This role is fully on-site, offering a competitive salary based on your experience.

If you’re eager to grow your finance career and gain hands‑on experience with a fantastic company, this is the perfect opportunity for you! Apply now and take the next step in your finance journey!