FINANCE ASSISTANT / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT

THORPE ASTLEY, LEICESTER (HYBRID AVAILABLE)

£25,000 - £26,500 + AAT STUDY SUPPORT + EXCELLENT BENEFITS

THE COMPANY:

We're working exclusively with a well-established and respected organisation in the Leicester area, currently seeking a proactive and detail-focused Finance Assistant to join their supportive finance team.

With hybrid working, AAT study support, and a collaborative environment, this is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their finance career.

As Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key role in the finance Support team, ensuring smooth processing of daily financial transactions and supporting wider finance operations.

THE FINANCE ASSISTANT / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:

• Reporting to the Finance Manager, you'll be joining the team as a Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant.


• Posting daily cash receipts to ledgers from BACS reports


• Maintaining the admin purchase ledger and processing supplier invoices


• Reconciling bank accounts daily and investigating discrepancies


• Managing the Direct Debit scheme including the rules and the processing


• Preparing and submitting BACS payment files to the bank


• Processing credit card expenses and compiling monthly cash expenses for payroll


• Producing monthly and quarterly figures


• Supporting month-end activity including basic journals and spreadsheet updates


• Providing holiday cover within the finance team

ABOUT YOU:

• Ideally currently studying AAT or planning to commence (study support is available)


• Must have experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Accounts Administrator position or similar.


• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel


• Experience using Business Central is an advantage


• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail


• Excellent time management and the ability to meet deadlines


• A confident communicator with a team-player mindset

TO APPLY:
If you're looking for a role that will support your career growth and provide hands-on experience in a varied finance role, apply today with your CV via the advert for immediate consideration.

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