Job Description:

Finance Assistant — (Stanley, UK)

Are you organized, numerate and looking to grow your finance career? Join us as an Accounts Assistant and be part of a supportive finance team that keeps operations running smoothly across the business.

What you’ll do

• Support the Finance Supervisor with day-to-day finance activities, including accurate processing of purchase and sales ledger transactions.
• Prepare and maintain financial records and month‑end schedules that feed into management accounts (P&L, balance sheet, KPIs).
• Assist with balance sheet reconciliations (bank, debtors, creditors, accruals and prepayments) and contribute to cashflow and sales reporting.
• Process supplier invoices, staff expenses and supplier payments, and help manage aged creditors and supplier queries.
• Raise and manage sales invoices, maintain customer accounts, and support credit control by chasing overdue payments and resolving customer queries.
• Help maintain financial master data, document internal controls and supply evidence for audits or reviews.
• Work to the accounting calendar and month‑end timetable while proactively suggesting process improvements.

Who we’re looking for

• Strong numeracy with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good Excel and IT skills; comfortable working with high‑volume data.
• Clear written and verbal communication and strong interpersonal skills.
• Well organised, able to prioritise, meet deadlines and work under pressure.
• A flexible, reliable team player who is keen to learn and improve processes.

Qualifications & experience

• Studying towards, or interested in studying towards, an AAT qualification (or equivalent) — or relevant experience.
• Some experience in an accounts or finance role (purchase/sales ledger or general processing) is desirable.
• Experience working with accounting systems and large spreadsheets is an advantage.

Why join us?

• A hands-on role offering practical finance experience and clear opportunities to develop your accounting skills.
• A collaborative team environment where new ideas are welcomed and supported.
• The chance to gain real responsibility in a busy finance function and contribute to continuous improvement.

Closing date for applications: 21/04/2026

Required Skills:

Accounts Payable Management, Balance Sheet Account Reconciliations, Customer Handling, Finance, Financial Accounting, Numeracy, Purchase Ledger, Trial Balances

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Hybrid

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Job Posting End Date:

04/22/2026

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