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Senior finance assistant

Plymouth
Hays
Finance assistant
Posted: 4 February
Offer description

Your newpany

You will be joining a well‑established, values‑driven organisation that plays a key role in supporting its localmunity. The team operates with a strong sense of purpose, collaboration, and professionalism, offering a stable and supportive environment where finance is central to effective operations. With small, close‑knit teams and a culture built on trust and integrity, this organisation provides an excellent environment for someone who enjoys responsibility, autonomy, and variety in their day‑to‑day work.


Your new role

As the Finance Professional, you will take ownership of the day‑to‑day financial operations across the organisation. You will maintain accurate financial records, oversee ledgers, and deliver timely and insightful financial reporting that supports planning and decision‑making at senior level.Your responsibilities will include:
1. Managing sales and purchase ledger activity
2. Reconciling bank receipts and statements
3. Overseeing credit control and resolving finance queries
4. Preparing monthly management accounts, analysing variances, and reporting findings to senior leadership
5. Producing meaningful financial analysis to support decision‑making
6. Monitoring, maintaining, and forecasting cashflow
7. Assisting with year‑end processes and external audits
8. Supporting the preparation of annual budgets
9. Producing ad‑hoc reports for management and the Board
10. Improving financial procedures, processes, and controls
11. Providing occasional administrative and reception support as needed
This role offers genuine breadth and impact, with the opportunity to shape financial practices and contribute to operational improvement.

What you'll need to succeed

12. AAT Level 4 (or working towards), or strong QBE experience
13. At least 5 years’ experience in a finance or bookkeeping role
14. Solid understanding of accounting principles and processes
15. Strong systems skills, including Xero (or similar) and advanced Excel
16. High attention to detail and strong accuracy levels
17. Confident analytical capability, able to interpret and explain financial data
18. Excellentmunication skills
19. Ability to manage your own workload, prioritise effectively, and work independently

What you'll get in return

20. Sick pay
21. Additional leave entitlement
22. On‑site parking
23. A supportive,munity‑focused working environment
24. The chance to take ownership of the finance function and influence ongoing improvements

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