About The Role - Reporting to the Finance Manager, youll be responsible for a mix of transactional processing and month‑end support. Your Core Responsibilities in the Finance Assistant Role Will Include:
Responsibilities
* Processing accounts payable invoices accurately and efficiently
* Managing supplier statements, reconciliations and resolving queries
* Maintaining the purchase ledger and ensuring timely payments
* Supporting the improvement of AP processes and controls
* Assisting with accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
* Helping prepare month‑end journals
* Supporting cashflow reporting and maintaining accurate records
* Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider team on ad‑hoc finance tasks and projects
Qualifications
* Previous experience within a Finance Assistant or AP‑focused role
* Confident with purchase ledger processes and invoice management
* Keen to learn and develop broader month‑end skills
* Organised, detail‑oriented and proactive
* A good communicator who enjoys working in a collaborative team
If youre an ambitious finance professional ready to take the next step in your career, wed love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat.
Our client, a specialist £10m turnover retail group based in Preston with operations across Europe, is strengthening its finance team and looking for an experienced finance professional to join them as a Finance Assistant, to support day‑to‑day finance activities as the business continues to grow.
This is a great opportunity for someone with previous accounts experience who is keen to develop, broaden their skills and get involved in wider month‑end duties within a rapidly expanding business. Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
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