Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Location: Snetterton Salary £30,000 to £35,000 + Excellent Benefits Type: Full Time | Permanent

Join a Growing, Innovative Business
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to join a successful and growing organisation operating within a highly innovative technical and engineering environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to develop their career within a supportive team, gaining exposure to a broad range of accounting, bookkeeping and financial administration activities.
Working closely with the Financial Controller and wider business teams, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day operation of the finance function through accurate processing, reconciliations, reporting and financial administration.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial records and process daily bookkeeping activities.
Process sales invoices, receipts and payments, ensuring transactions are correctly recorded and allocated.
Match supplier invoices to purchase orders and investigate any discrepancies.
Post purchase invoices and allocate costs to the correct nominal codes and cost centres.
Complete bank and credit card reconciliations, resolving any differences identified.
Support the preparation and submission of VAT returns.
Prepare and post journals with appropriate supporting documentation.
Assist with month-end activities and the production of financial reports and management information.
Support purchasing activities, including raising purchase orders and liaising with suppliers.
Respond to finance-related queries from internal stakeholders and external suppliers.
Maintain organised and accessible financial records and documentation.
Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and efficiencies.
Provide general administrative and finance support to the Financial Controller and wider finance team.About You
We're looking for a motivated finance professional who enjoys working accurately, solving problems and supporting colleagues across the business.

Essential Skills & Experience

A relevant finance qualification such as AAT, part-qualified accountancy qualification, or equivalent.
Previous experience within a finance, accounts administration or bookkeeping role.
Good understanding of bookkeeping and basic accounting principles.
Experience processing sales and purchase invoices.
Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and standard Microsoft Office applications.
Strong organisational abilities with the capability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Desirable Experience

Experience using an ERP or finance system such as IFS, SAP, Oracle, Sage, Microsoft Dynamics or similar.
Experience completing bank and credit card reconciliations.
Knowledge of VAT processes and returns.
Experience managing purchase orders, supplier invoices and cost centre allocations.
Exposure to month-end processes and management reporting.Personal Attributes
The successful candidate will:

Demonstrate exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
Handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Be a collaborative team player with a positive attitude.
Manage workloads effectively and consistently meet deadlines.
Show initiative and take a proactive approach to problem solving.
Adapt positively to changing priorities and business needs.Salary and Benefits

Salary: Up to £35,000 + discretionary bonus 
Working pattern: onsite in Snetterton
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Free on-site parking
Pension 
Healthcare 
Life Assurance 
Study support and professional development opportunities
Friendly and collaborative team culture
Additional company benefits