Junior Finance Assistant

Sharp Consultancy; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable engineering firm in Rotherham seeks a Junior Finance Assistant to support their finance function. This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone eager to learn and develop in finance, with responsibilities including invoice processing and assisting with bank reconciliations. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in finance, attention to detail, and some familiarity with MS Office. Competitive salary and training support for qualifications are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training and support

Study support for qualifications

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in finance and accounting.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills required.
• Previous experience in a finance or office environment desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices.
• Assist with bank reconciliations.
• Manage petty cash and staff expenses.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Microsoft Excel

Proactive attitude

Education

AAT Level 2+ or currently studying

Job description

Overview

I'm currently working with a well-established engineering business based in Rotherham who are looking for a Junior Finance Assistant to join their close-knit team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to begin or develop their career in finance within a dynamic and supportive environment. This business has a highly respected name in the engineering sector, known for forward-thinking, quality service, and a strong company culture. With ongoing growth, they are now looking to expand their finance team with a dedicated Junior Finance Assistant. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn and develop in a finance setting, particularly within a fast-paced industry.

As the Junior Finance Assistant, you will play a key part in supporting the finance function with a variety of day-to-day tasks, including:

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Assisting with bank reconciliations
• Credit control and cash allocation
• Managing petty cash and staff expenses
• Carrying out accurate data entry and admin tasks
• Communicating with internal teams and external suppliers

The Ideal Candidate

• A genuine interest in finance and accounting (AAT Level 2+ or currently studying is an advantage)
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Confident using Microsoft Excel and other MS Office programs
• Previous experience in a finance or office environment is desirable but not essential
• A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to learn

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Full training and support from a knowledgeable finance team
• Potential of study support for relevant qualifications (e.g., AAT)
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Progression opportunities

Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years' experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.