Part Time Finance Assistant

IPS Group Limited; Malton; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing business is seeking a Part Time Finance Assistant to support their finance function. The ideal candidate will manage day-to-day tasks such as purchase ledger maintenance and bank reconciliations. Candidates should have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a finance support role and strong IT skills, especially in Excel. This role offers the opportunity to develop your career in finance and accounting.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance or accounting support role.
• Good understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Strong IT skills, including Excel and finance software systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update purchase and sales ledgers.
• Process supplier invoices and customer billing.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any queries.

Skills

Accounts payable and receivable knowledge

Strong IT skills including Excel

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Ability to prioritise workload

Team-oriented and adaptable

Job description

Overview

We’re looking for a Part Time Finance Assistant to join a growing manufacturing business based on the outskirts of York. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, is highly organised, and is looking to develop their career within finance and accounting.

You’ll be supporting the finance function by managing day-to-day transactional tasks, including purchase ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and credit control. Accuracy, attention to detail, and a proactive attitude are essential in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update purchase and sales ledgers
• Process supplier invoices and customer billing
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any queries
• Prepare and manage payment runs in line with agreed terms
• Carry out regular bank reconciliations
• Handle credit control and assist with cash flow management
• Process staff expense and mileage claims
• Support with audit preparation and year-end financial activities
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a finance or accounting support role
• Good understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes
• Strong IT skills, including Excel and finance software systems
• Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
• Team-oriented, proactive, and adaptable to change