Finance Assistant

Essex £30,000 - £35,000 Salary Full-Time, Permanent

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a well-established and growing organisation. This role is ideal for someone with previous accounting experience who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive finance team while gaining exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities.

• Processing financial transactions accurately and efficiently through the accounting system.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers.
• Completing regular bank reconciliations and balance sheet control account reconciliations.
• Assisting in ensuring compliance with financial procedures and controls.

• Processing purchase invoices and ensuring appropriate approval procedures are followed.
• Managing supplier payments and monitoring payment schedules.
• Supporting sales ledger activities including invoicing and collections.
• Assisting with resolving customer and supplier account queries.

• Providing support with month-end processes and reconciliations.
• Assisting with management reporting and financial analysis.
• Supporting payroll-related finance administration.
• Helping prepare information for audits, budgeting activities, and year-end accounts.

• Maintaining organised financial records and documentation.
• Investigating and resolving financial discrepancies.
• Liaising with internal departments and external stakeholders regarding financial queries.
• Assisting with ad-hoc finance projects and administrative duties as required.

The ideal candidate will possess:

• 2-3 years' experience within a finance or accounting role.
• Good understanding of accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and general finance processes.
• Experience using Sage 50 or similar accounting software.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
• A professional approach with strong attention to detail.
• AAT qualification or active studies towards an accounting qualification would be advantageous.

Opportunity to join an established and growing organisation

Varied and hands-on finance role with excellent exposure to all aspects of accounting

Supportive and collaborative working environment

Long-term career development opportunities

Permanent full-time position with a competitive salary package

If you're an organised Finance Assistant looking for your next opportunity and would like to join a business where you can make a real impact while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.