Finance Assistant

Job description Job Summary Our client is currently seeking a motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented Accounting and Finance Assistant to join their Finance team at Innovation House in Alton. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in finance, offering exposure across the full finance function. You'll be part of a supportive environment where learning and development are encouraged, working alongside experienced colleagues to develop core skills, take ownership of responsibilities, and become a trusted team member. Duties

• Credit Control & Cash Collection : Assist with credit control and work closely with Customer Services to resolve queries and minimize debtor days.
• Accounts Payable & Receivable : Provide cover and support for both AP and AR functions during team absences.
• Revenue & Reporting Tasks :
• Support customer rebate processing.
• Assist in preparation of management accounts.
• Contribute to daily cash flow updates and monitoring.
• Assist with period-end tasks including balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., fixed assets).
• Perform bank and cash book postings.
• Systems, Controls & Setup :
• Set up new suppliers and customers with correct authorization controls.
• Raise purchase orders, ensuring full compliance with approval procedures.
• Set up and support reporting in our BI tool.
• Month-End Close :
• Help ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting aligned to deadlines and task lists. Support delivery of departmental KPIs and targets. Qualifications
• Minimum of 1 year’s experience in a finance department.
• Studying towards an AAT, ACCA or CIMA qualification(support can be considered).
• Strong attention to detail, professional approach, and commitment to high standards.
• Excellent numeracy and analytical skills.
• Confident Excel user, with experience in Function’s, Pivot Tables, VBA.
• Effective communicator, team player, and proactive contributor. Working Hours : Monday to Friday (Full-time) Permanent. Salary : £27,000 per year Job Types : Full-time, Permanent Pay : £27,000.00 per year Benefits :
• On-site parking Schedule :
• Monday to Friday