Manufacturing Finance Pro (12-Month Contract)

Reed; High Wycombe; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is hiring a Manufacturing Finance Assistant for a 12-month temporary assignment in High Wycombe. The role is office-based, full-time, with immediate start and finance duties in a standalone capacity.

The candidate will handle receivables, payables, and month-end processes, with support from the Group Finance team as needed. Manufacturing experience and ongoing CIMA/QBE studies are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role within a manufacturing environment.
• Actively studying towards CIMA or QBE within a manufacturing environment.
• ACCA candidates will not be considered for this position.
• Experience managing Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable.
• Strong month-end skills: journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Proficient with finance systems, ideally Oncore and Xero.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Excellent organisational, communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable: Manage customer accounts, follow up payments, liaise with sales on queries and overdue debt.
• Accounts Payable: Process supplier invoices, ensure timely payment, reconcile documents.
• Proformas: Set up and maintain proforma invoices in the finance system.
• Month-End: Prepare journals, post accruals/prepayments, and produce a trading trial balance.
• Payroll: Minimal involvement; transfer payroll funds as required.

Skills

Finance experience

Manufacturing environment

CIMA studying

QBE (Qualified by Experience)

Independence & prioritisation

Education

Pursuing CIMA or QBE

Tools

Oncore

Xero

Job description

Reed is hiring a Manufacturing Finance Assistant for a 12-month temporary assignment in High Wycombe. The role is office-based, full-time, with immediate start and finance duties in a standalone capacity.

The candidate will handle receivables, payables, and month-end processes, with support from the Group Finance team as needed. Manufacturing experience and ongoing CIMA/QBE studies are essential.