Financial Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Blackpool; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their dynamic finance team. This role is pivotal in ensuring accurate accounting processes and effective management of financial transactions. You will be responsible for processing payments, managing ledgers, and reconciling financial records, all while contributing to an empathetic and customer-centric approach. With opportunities for professional development and a supportive work environment, this position is perfect for those looking to grow their finance career in a forward-thinking organization. Join a team that values enthusiasm and passion, and make a meaningful impact in the finance sector.

Benefits

Flexible Working Hours

Opportunities for Formal Qualifications

Wellbeing Support

Professional Development Benefits

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar finance role.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions and manage ledgers effectively.
• Assist with credit control and reconcile bank statements.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Analytical Skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Ability to Work Independently

Positive Attitude towards Improvement

Education

Experience in Finance Role

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Access Financials

Job description

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Perch Group are searching for a Finance Assistant.

At Perch Group, our vision is clear: to lead the UK debt purchase and collection industry by harnessing cutting-edge technology to drive ethical, efficient, and data-driven debt resolution.

Our annual mission is to empower hundreds of thousands of customers to positively engage with and resolve their outstanding debts. We do this through an empathetic and customer-centric approach that is at the heart of our success.

The Role

Working in a small finance team, the Finance Assistant will support the smooth running of the finance function daily. The role is crucial for maintaining accurate accounting processes, managing ledgers effectively, and ensuring cash is up-to-date and accurately reconciled.

Salary: £26,000 - £28,000 + up to 20% annual bonus.

Location: Blackpool office.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and review financial transactions, including accounts payable, receivable, customer cash transactions, and expense reports.
• Assist with sales ledger duties such as raising invoices, matching client files, and payments.
• Assist with credit control activities, liaising with clients, resolving queries, and allocating payments.
• Assist with purchase ledger duties like posting invoices and processing payment runs.
• Manage daily cash collections reconciliations.
• Reconcile bank statements, general ledger accounts, and other financial records for accuracy.
• Support the implementation of the new purchase order system.
• Assist with the company expenses system.
• Maintain suspense transactions and seek ways to reduce suspense balances.
• Process refund payments to customers.
• Perform other finance activities as required.

The Person

• Proven experience in a similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical skills.
• Ability to work with large volumes of data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Word and Excel.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Positive attitude towards continuous improvement and efficiency.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in accounting systems; Access Financials is desirable.

Application Process

• Initial video call with the recruitment team (15 mins).
• Follow-up face-to-face or video interview with the hiring manager (45-60 mins).

Typically, successful applicants are contacted within 2-3 weeks. Apply promptly as the role may close early once enough applications are received. If no response is received after 3 weeks, consider your application unsuccessful. For questions or assistance related to disability or personal reasons, contact [emailprotected].

What’s In It For You

£26,000 - £28,000 + up to 20% bonus.

37.5 hours/week, with flexible hours between 8am-6pm, Monday to Friday.

Opportunities for formal qualifications and on-the-job learning in a growing organization.

Additional benefits supporting wellbeing and professional development.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to diversity and inclusion. All applicants will be considered regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, family status, national origin, veteran status, neurodiversity, or disability.

At Perch, our strength is our team’s enthusiasm and passion. Whether you seek to gain foundational skills, excel in customer service, or expand your horizons, we have opportunities for you.