Finance and Administration Assistant

We are looking for a Finance and Administration Assistant to join this small and friendly team.

This dual role offers a fantastic opportunity to combine finance tasks with administrative support, with approximately 70-80% of responsibilities focused on finance.

Full training and support will be provided to help you succeed in the role.

Key Responsibilities for the Finance and Administration Assistant

Finance (70-80%):

• Process invoices and assist with payment runs (Accounts Payable)


• Support credit control and set up new customer accounts (Accounts Receivable)


• Reconcile bank accounts and company credit card transactions


• Prepare and submit VAT returns for UK and French entities (with guidance)


• Assist with payroll preparation for submission to an outsourced bureau


• Help with budgets, monthly reconciliations, and finance reports


• Support month-end processes and reporting

Administration (20-30%)

• Process sales orders, invoices, and credit notes


• Respond to customer calls and emails


• Maintain sales records and reports


• Liaise with production and dispatch teams as required


• Provide general admin support, including filing and post handling

Qualifications, Skills, and Experience

• AAT qualification (in progress or completed) or relevant experience


• Some administration experience


• A good level of MS Office skills, particularly Excel


• Strong attention to detail, organisational skills, and ability to multitask


• A team player with excellent communication skills

Benefits for the Finance and Administration Assistant

• Salary up to £30,000 per annum, depending on experience


• Hours: 8:30am-4:45pm (45-minute lunch)


• 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays


• Pension


• Life Insurance


• Office-based (no hybrid working)


• Progression and learning opportunities

If you thrive in a varied role and enjoy working in a close-knit team, we'd love to hear from you!