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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