Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join an established manufacturing organisation, supporting the accurate operation of sales ledger, credit control and purchase ledger activities.

This is a varied role suited to someone with previous finance experience who is confident processing invoices, allocating payments, reconciling accounts and managing customer and supplier queries.

Responsibilities

* Process customer receipts, allocate payments and maintain accurate sales ledger records using SAP.
* Monitor outstanding balances, chase overdue invoices and support credit control.
* Raise customer invoices through internal systems and online customer portals.
* Investigate invoice discrepancies, resolve queries and ensure timely resolution.
* Process supplier invoices, reconcile supplier statements and maintain accurate purchase ledger records.
* Assist with preparing BACS payment runs and recording outgoing payments.
* Maintain banking, reconciliation, invoicing and credit-control records, including spreadsheets and reports.
* Liaise with customers, suppliers and colleagues to obtain missing documentation, purchase orders and remittance advice.
* Support customer and supplier account creation, including shared finance inboxes.
* Assist with audit preparation and supporting documentation, particularly during the January to March audit period.

About You

* Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger or Credit Control role is essential.
* Good understanding of sales ledger, purchase ledger, invoicing, payment allocation and account reconciliation processes.
* Experience using SAP and corporate banking systems is advantageous.
* Strong attention to detail, and accuracy, with ability to maintain financial records.
* Confident communicating with customers, suppliers and colleagues to resolve queries and follow up overdue payments.
* Good spreadsheet and data-entry skills, with ability to manage competing deadlines.
* Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with the wider finance team.
* Proactive, professional and persistent, with a methodical approach to resolving discrepancies and completing tasks.