Location: Worcester (with hybrid flexibility after probation)
Hours: Full-time or part-time considered
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000
We are currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established business in Worcester that operates within a dynamic, fast-paced sector. They’re looking for a capable and proactive Finance Assistant to join their close-knit team, supporting the Finance Manager and wider department with a variety of duties, including prepayments, reconciliations, and supplier payment processes.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a finance background who enjoys a varied role with both structure and responsibility. While the core focus will be supplier reconciliations and financial reporting, the successful candidate will also provide ad-hoc support to the Credit Control function during periods of annual leave, and assist with month-end and year-end processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Calculate deposit payments against supplier order summaries
Reconcile prepayment sheets and update ERP software (SAP)
Month-end reconciliation of Prepayments and Stock In Transit accounts
Investigate and resolve discrepancies in SAP versus control sheets
Work with foreign exchange contracts where relevant
Reconcile shipping documentation and finalise supplier balance payments
Calculate proposed duty amounts from shipping docs
Investigate Gross Profit variances at month-end
Match invoices to delivery notes and approve where applicable
Maintain OPR spreadsheets (knowledge desirable)
Support compliance for supplier prepayments and SIT during annual audit
Assist with facilities management, including building compliance, utilities, and H&S tracking Additional Finance Support:
Assist in preparation of month-end management accounts
Provide Credit Control support during absence cover
Reconcile bank accounts (including PayPal, Stripe, and current accounts)
Manage and process weekly payment runs in line with supplier terms
Assist with Year-End accounts preparation and external audit queries
Submit VAT returns to HMRC
Reconcile incoming supplier invoices What We’re Looking For:
Experience in a finance, accounts, or bookkeeping role
Solid knowledge of SAP or similar ERP system
Confident with reconciliations, month-end processes, and prepayments
Exposure to shipping documentation or international supplier payments is an advantage
Comfortable working both independently and within a small team
Strong Excel skills
Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a varied role
Positive, flexible attitude – willing to support multiple areas when needed Benefits & Working Environment:
Office-based role in Worcester, with flexibility to work from home 1 day per week after settling in
Supportive and collaborative team culture
Flexibility around working hours for the right candidate (e.g. school hours, part-time considered)
Long-term stability and career development potential If you are a finance professional seeking a new role then please apply or contact Munnie Thaman at Four Squared Recruitment