Junior Finance Assistant

Fives Intralogistics; Crosshills; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the manufacturing industry is looking for a Junior Finance Assistant to support the Finance team. This role includes managing ledgers, assisting with financial reporting, and maintaining accurate records. Ideal candidates will possess strong mathematical skills and a good understanding of financial principles, along with proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Benefits include healthcare, a flexi-time scheme, and competitive holiday entitlement.

Benefits

28 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays

Flexi-time scheme

Healthshield healthcare

Life assurance scheme

Perkpal Benefit platform

Excellent pension scheme

Paid medical appointment leave

Free secure parking

Qualifications

• Basic understanding of financial and accounting principles.
• Two years of experience in a junior finance role is desirable.
• Understanding of month-end/year-end processes and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Purchase and Sales Ledger, resolving queries.
• Support monthly/quarterly stock counts across departments.
• Assist with month-end P&L and balance sheet processes.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Communication

Attention to Detail

Mathematical Skills

Time Management

Education

A-Level Mathematics grade C or above

Tools

SAP

Job description

Scope Of The Role

The Junior Finance Assistant will provide efficient, accurate, and timely administrative support to the Finance team, whilst developing an understanding of how a Finance department operates in the Manufacturing industry

Main Duties And Responsibilities

• Assist with the Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger and resolve queries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Supporting monthly and quarterly stock counts across departments.
• Assisting with month-end closing processes: P&L and balance sheet postings, reconciliations, and reporting.
• Create graphs and charts to illustrate technical reports using computer spreadsheets.
• Providing general support to the finance team on day-to-day tasks.
• Perform data entry and maintain accurate financial records.
• Understand, and work at all times in line with Fives Values and Directives; specifically following the highest standards of health and safety.
• Responsible for all aspects of Data Protection, Information Security and Cyber Security.
• Carry out any other reasonable duties as requested.
  
  

Key Skills Requirements

• Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
• Able to manage own time and meet tight deadlines.
• A basic understanding of financial and accounting principles. Two years of experience in a junior finance role is desirable but not essential.
• An understanding of month-end/year-end processes and deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Office applications.
• Experience with SAP is desirable, but not essential.
• Minimum of a grade C or above in A-Level Mathematics, or a BTEC qualification in Mathematics (or equivalent).
  
  

Personal Attributes

• Motivated and driven to learn and develop financial skills.
• Organised and focused with the ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
• Confident with strong communication skills.
• Good attention to detail.
• Strong mathematical skills.
  
  

Benefits

• 28 days paid holiday plus 8 bank holidays per year
• Flexi-time scheme to promote work-life balance
• Healthshield healthcare and wellbeing.
• Life assurance scheme (x5 annual salary)
• Perkpal Benefit platform
• Excellent pension scheme
• Eight hours of paid medical appointment leave
• Free secure parking