Financial Assistant

4C Strategies; Warminster; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Scheme with 5% employer contribution

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Life Assurance

Income protection for critical illness

Cycle to work scheme

Work Extras Discounts at over 80 retailers

Company social events

Job summary

A dynamic financial services firm in Warminster is seeking a Finance Assistant to support finance operations, manage accounts payable and receivable, and assist with HR administration. The ideal candidate will have attention to detail, organizational skills, and a proactive attitude. You will play a key role in processing invoices, managing expenses, and contributing to financial reporting. This position offers a supportive work environment and valuable benefits including a pension scheme and company social events.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes is required.
• Experience of HR administration including employee benefits is desirable.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills are necessary for collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and staff expenses accurately.
• Review and reconcile employee expense claims to comply with policies.
• Help prepare financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Support onboarding and maintenance of finance-related documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Communication skills

Education

Pursuing accounting/finance qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA)

Tools

Xero

Deltek Maconomy

Job description

About the Role

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth operation of the finance function, including selected HR-related tasks. You will work closely with the UK Finance Director and wider team based in London and Stockholm to ensure accurate financial records, efficient processing of transactions, and compliance with company policies.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable & Receivable

• Process supplier invoices, staff expenses, and payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Support in issuing customer invoices, monitoring receipts, and following up on outstanding payments.

Expenses Management

• Review, process, and reconcile employee expense claims, ensuring compliance with company policies.
• Assist in monitoring travel and other business-related expenses to control costs effectively.
• Maintain accurate records of expense transactions for reporting and audit purposes.
• Assist in maintaining up-to-date financial records and ledgers.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and support the month-end and year-end closing processes.

Reporting & Analysis

• Help prepare financial reports, budgets, and forecasts.
• Provide administrative support for audits and compliance requirements.

Process Improvement & Support

• Ensure adherence to internal controls and financial procedures.
• Support the finance team in identifying opportunities to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Respond to internal and external finance-related queries with professionalism and accuracy.

HR administration and Office Support

• Supporting line managers with onboarding new members of the team.
• Assisting with maintenance of UK compliant finance-related employment documentation.
• Liaising with employee benefit providers, including admin of leavers and joiners.
• Providing office management support for the Warminster office including liaising with local suppliers.

About You

Qualifications & Knowledge

• Ideally working towards or interested in pursuing an accounting/finance qualification (e.g., AAT, ACCA, CIMA).
• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Experience of HR administration including employee benefits and onboarding is desirable

Skills & Attributes

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in handling financial data.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting software (e.g. Xero, Deltek Maconomy) is desirable.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with colleagues and external stakeholders.

Personal Qualities

• A proactive and positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• Integrity and professionalism in handling confidential financial information.
• A team player who can also work independently when required.

What you can expect from 4C Strategies

• You will be based in Warminster office
• Pension Scheme with 5% employer contribution
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Life Assurance
• Income protection for critical illness
• Cycle to work scheme
• Work Extras Discounts at over 80 retailers
• Company social events

How to apply

We look forward to hearing from you and learning how you can contribute to 4C Strategies continued global journey. Interviews will be conducted on an ongoing basis, so we encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.