Finance Assistant

Location: Northfleet

Finance Assistant
£30,000 - £35,000 | Gravesend, Kent | Permanent

A leading FMCG business in the Gravesend/Northfleet area is looking for a Finance Assistant to join their team. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid purchase ledger experience who thrives in a fast‑paced environment and enjoys working with accuracy and ownership.

Key Responsibilities

Registering new suppliers
Obtaining invoice approvals and ensuring correct coding
Processing supplier invoices and credits into the accounting system
Preparing the weekly supplier payment run (including foreign currency)
Posting all supplier payments to the ledgers
Resolving disputes and handling exceptions
Completing purchase ledger reconciliations between supplier accounts and statements
Knowledge & Experience

2+ years’ experience in a similar finance role (essential)
Strong understanding of VAT, including reverse charges (essential)
Comfortable working with and interpreting data (essential)
Highly proficient in Excel, Outlook, and accounting software (essential)

Experience with Business Central (desirable)
Background in fresh produce, fruit, or wider FMCG (desirable)
Package

£30,000 - £35,000
Gravesend, Kent
Hybrid working
Monday – Friday, 08:00am – 17:00pm
Supportive team environment