Junior Finance Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Worcester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in sportswear is offering an exciting opportunity for a Junior Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This role is integral to supporting financial operations and process improvements in a fast-paced e-commerce environment. The ideal candidate will possess a strong attention to detail, alongside proficiency in Xero and Excel, contributing to the company's growth while enjoying competitive benefits such as a discretionary bonus and generous holiday allowance.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + your birthday off

Discretionary annual bonus

50% staff discount across all in-house brands

Qualifications

• 1+ year’s industry experience preferred.
• Proficiency in accounting systems, especially Xero is advantageous.
• Strong ownership of tasks and proactive approach required.

Responsibilities

• Process sales and purchase invoices accurately using Xero.
• Perform bank reconciliations and support month-end procedures.
• Assist with statutory audits and ensure compliance.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Numerical skills

Excel competence

Tools

Xero

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Location: Redditch (4 days in the office, one day working from home)

Company Overview:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a global leader in the sportswear market, renowned for designing stylish, high-performance products that support both active and everyday lifestyles. With a mission to combine fashion and function, the brand delivers premium sportswear and accessories that enhance the workout experience while providing comfort and versatility. Since launching in the UK in 2018, the company has rapidly become one of the most iconic names in activewear.

Main Purpose of the Role:

This is a great opportunity for a Junior Finance Assistant to grow their career within a dynamic, fast-paced e-commerce environment. You’ll play an integral role in a supportive finance team, contributing to process improvements, strengthening financial controls, and driving operational support as the business continues its rapid expansion.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process sales and purchase invoices accurately using Xero
• Perform bank reconciliations, including purchases via Soldo
• Ensure invoices are correctly mapped from A2X in Xero
• Support month-end procedures and reconciliations
• Assist with statutory audits and ensure compliance with financial policies and regulations
• Contribute ideas for improving financial and commercial processes
• Carry out general administrative finance duties as required

Requirements:

• Ideally 1+ year’s industry experience
• Proficiency with accounting software (Xero experience is a plus)
• Strong attention to detail and initiative in problem-solving
• Ability to prioritise workload in a fast-paced environment
• High level of professionalism and discretion
• Strong ownership of tasks and proactive work ethic
• Excellent communication and written English
• Strong numerical skills and Excel competence (essential)
• Discretionary annual bonus
• 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays + your birthday off
• 35-hour working week with 1-hour lunch break
• 50% staff discount across all in-house brands