Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Location:

Skipton (Multi-Site)

Hours:

Full-time, Monday Friday Contract Type:
Temporary to Permanent Requirement:
All applicants must hold a current UK DBS registered on the Update Service

Role Overview The Finance Assistant will support the Finance Department with ownership of the sales ledger and wider finance processes. You will be responsible for billing and income activities, maintaining accurate financial records, and ensuring full compliance with internal financial procedures. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in high-volume sales ledger work, be proactive in resolving issues, and feel confident working independently in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities Sales Ledger Management Accurately raise and issue invoices for tuition fees, commercial activity, and additional income streams. Monitor and record receipts, ensuring all payments are correctly allocated in the finance system. Maintain and update customer records, including creating new accounts. Manage debt collection activities, issuing reminders and liaising with customers and internal teams to resolve outstanding balances. Process credit notes and refunds when required.

Support month-end income processes including accruals and debt provisions. General Financial Duties Assist with the allocation of direct debit payments to the general ledger. Advise stakeholders on correct expense accounts and cost centres. Support month-end ledger closure, including aged debtor reconciliation. Assist with petty cash handling and credit card transaction processing. Essential Requirements GCSE Grade C (4/5) or above in English and Maths, or equivalent.

Demonstrable experience processing high volumes of invoices and receipts within a sales ledger or similar finance role. Proven credit control experience, including debt collection and aged debtor reporting. Confident use of accounting software and banking platforms for online payments. Proficient in Microsoft Excel with strong general ICT and administrative skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to follow up and resolve queries effectively.