Apply for the Finance Assistant role at RECRUITMENT HELPLINE LTD.
Are you a Finance Assistant or have you worked in an office based role for at least 2 years and are looking for a part time role? Are you eager to learn with a keen eye for detail? If so, we want to hear from you. Relevant accounts experience would prove advantageous but is not essential, as comprehensive training will be provided.
Job Details
* Job type: Part Time, Permanent 22.5 to 30 hours per week, Mon to Friday
* Salary: Competitive Salary of £25,000 – £28,000 (FTE) dependant on experience
* Location: Bromyard, Herefordshire HR7
Benefits
* Company bonus scheme
* Long service scheme
* Up to 10 paid medical appointments per year
* Confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including perks and discounts
* Enhanced leave such as compassionate leave & jury service
* Company pension scheme
* Secure free onsite parking
* Free staff Wi‑Fi
* Free refreshments at breaks
* Staff discounts on gifts you manufacture
* Workers’ committee representation
* Access to a trained Mental Health First Aider
* Company events
* Casual dress
* More
Annual Holiday
30 days including bank holidays (additional in line with long service scheme). An annual factory shutdown at Christmas accounts for 3‑4 days of annual holiday entitlement.
About the Company
A leading and innovative British trade manufacturer of a wide range of corporate and promotional merchandise and beautiful gifts. They design, manufacture, print and finish all products on site, with many unique items made from sustainable materials. Based in rural Herefordshire, the company employs 60 people at its factory and has won many industry awards for its products and services. Sustainability is at the core of what they do; they are Charter Members of the BPMA with ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, Sedex registered, members of Made in Britain and corporate supporters of The Woodland Trust and Herefordshire Wildlife Trust. The firm partners with Ecologi and supports The Hope Centre in Bromyard. Diversity and inclusion are embraced, and different points of view are celebrated.
Job Overview
Assist the Company Accountant with day‑to‑day finance and accounts administration tasks. Previous accounts experience is desirable but not essential; full training will be provided. Qualities sought include a positive attitude, strong learning aptitude, enthusiasm for development and the ability to support the Accountant effectively.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
* Process invoices
* Manage finance inboxes and supplier queries
* Deal with customer queries on invoices via email and telephone
* Process credit card payments
* Check supplier statements to SAGE
* Regularly update information in SAGE and the bespoke CRM
* Answer telephone calls and transfer where relevant
* Other general administration duties as required to support the accounts/sales departments
* Data entry
Person Specification
* Enthusiastic, motivated and eager to learn
* Natural with numbers and demonstrates excellent attention to detail
* Calm, confident with an excellent telephone manner; comfortable dealing with internal colleagues and external customers
* Trustworthy, reliable and discreet when handling confidential information
* Well organised, able to manage priorities and maintain accuracy under pressure
Essential Experience, Skills and Knowledge
* Excellent communication skills at all levels
* At least 2 years in an office‑based role
* Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively as part of a team
* High level of accuracy and attention to detail
* Strong time‑management skills and ability to meet deadlines
* Very good IT and computer skills, particularly with spreadsheets
* Ability to prioritise workload and complete accurate data entry
Desirable but Not Essential (Training Will Be Provided)
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
* Familiarity with Sage accounting software
* Some prior bookkeeping or finance‑related experience
Qualifications
* Essential: Minimum GCSE (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English at grade 4/C or above
* Optional: AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting or equivalent
* Optional: Certificate in Bookkeeping
* Optional: Payroll experience
Additional Requirements
* Driving licence due to location
If you feel that you have the relative skills and attributes to fulfil this role, please apply now for immediate consideration.
The employer fully supports Equality in Employment. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.
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