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Finance Assistant

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 26,000 - 30,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Knutsford, Cheshire East

Expire in: 10 days

Job Description

Finance Assistant (Accounts Assistant)
Full-Time | Excellent Career Development Opportunity

Howard James Recruitment are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and growing business to recruit a Finance Assistant (Accounts Assistant) to join their busy and dynamic finance team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to build on existing finance experience while gaining broader exposure within a supportive, fast-paced environment.

The Role

As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. Working closely with the wider finance team, you’ll be involved in a variety of accounting tasks, helping to ensure accuracy across financial records and contributing to efficient processes.

Key Responsibilities

  * Processing supplier invoices, purchase orders and payments accurately and in a timely manner

  * Reconciling financial transactions and maintaining up-to-date records within the accounting system

  * Supporting month-end and year-end processes, including preparation of reports

  * Carrying out bank reconciliations and assisting with petty cash management

  * Providing support with budgeting and forecasting activities

  * Acting as a point of contact for supplier and customer queries, resolving issues efficiently

  * Assisting with payroll administration and VAT return preparation

  * Ensuring adherence to internal procedures and financial regulations

  * Contributing to continuous improvement of finance processes and supporting project work where required

Skills & Experience

  * Previous experience within an accounts or finance role is advantageous

  * Strong IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel; experience with accounting software such as Sage would be beneficial

  * Good numerical and analytical skills

  * High level of accuracy and attention to detail

  * Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks

  * Confident communicator with a collaborative approach

  * Ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment

What’s on Offer

  * Excellent opportunity to develop and progress within a finance career

  * Exposure to a broad range of accounting responsibilities

  * Supportive and collaborative working environment

  * Ongoing training and development

If you’re looking to take the next step in your finance career and join a growing organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today with Howard James Recruitment to be considered

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