Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant Leicester Up to £32,000 per annum  benefits Macildowie Finance is working exclusively with a well-established business in Leicester to recruit a Finance Assistant. This is a varied, hands-on role covering day-to-day accounts, month-end support and general administration. You will work closely with the Financial Controllers while also providing occasional cover across other areas of the business. Finance responsibilities Process purchase invoices and allocate payments Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries Prepare supplier payment runs for approval Post journals, prepayments and bank transactions Complete bank reconciliations, including foreign currency accounts Prepare schedules and support the month-end process Process expenses, company card transactions and mileage claims Maintain the fixed asset register Prepare internal recharge invoices Support sales and service invoicing Assist with audit queries and provide supporting information Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records Additional responsibilities You will also provide occasional cover and support across other areas of the business.

This will include:
Processing customer orders and invoices Preparing quotations and checking stock availability Preparing shipping and delivery documentation Liaising with customers, suppliers, couriers and internal teams Monitoring shared email inboxes Supporting sales order administration Maintaining customer records Providing general office, reception and switchboard support when required About you You will ideally have previous experience as a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or in a similar position.

You’ll also need:

Experience of purchase ledger and bank reconciliations Confidence using accounting systems and Microsoft Office A practical, hands-on approach Good organisational and prioritisation skills The ability to work independently and as part of a team A flexible approach and willingness to support the wider business This role is being managed exclusively by Macildowie. The client’s identity will be shared with suitable candidates during the recruitment process