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Finance Assistant

Reed
Posted a month ago, valid for 5 days
Location

Felixstowe, Suffolk IP11 9EP

Contract type

Full Time

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Finance Assistant position offers an opportunity to join a growing and profitable business in the freight forwarding sector.
  • The role involves managing sales and purchase ledger operations, handling over 500 supplier invoices weekly, and supporting credit control.
  • Candidates should ideally have experience with Sage200, strong Excel skills, and a proactive communication approach.
  • The position requires at least 2 years of relevant experience and offers a competitive salary of ÂŁ28,000 to ÂŁ32,000 per annum.
  • This is a chance to grow within a stable company that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
?? Finance Assistant – Join a Growing, Profitable Business in a Fast-Moving Sector

Are you a detail-driven finance professional looking to make a real impact in a thriving business? This is your chance to join a company that’s not only stable but growing—boasting a 38% increase in the last year in both turnover and profit, and a significantgrowth in headcount. If you're ready to be part of a finance team that supports this momentum, read on.

As a Finance Assistant, you’ll play a pivotal role in both sales and purchase ledger operations, helping to manage over 500 supplier invoices weekly and supporting credit control across a diverse customer base. You’ll be joining a business that values precision, collaboration, and continuous improvement—where your contributions will be noticed and appreciated.

Your responsibilities will include:

?? Purchase Ledger:

  • Daily monitoring of the purchase ledger inbox
  • Uploading and processing supplier invoices and credits
  • Handling internal and external queries
  • Onboarding new suppliers and processing overhead invoices
  • Supporting bank reconciliations and weekly payment runs

?? Sales Ledger / Credit Control:

  • Chasing payments and managing credit terms
  • Building strong customer relationships
  • Liaising with internal teams to resolve invoice queries
  • Sending reminders and statements
  • Onboarding new customers
  • Reporting on VAT and duty, and tracking credit control activity

This is more than just a finance role—it’s a chance to grow with a company that’s scaling smartly and sustainably. With strong cash flow, a lean team of under 50 employees, and a reputation for reliability in the freight forwarding industry, you’ll be joining a business that’s small enough to care, but big enough to offer real career progression.

What you’ll ideally bring:

  • Experience with Sage200 (preferred but not essential)
  • Strong Excel and MS Office skills
  • Excellent time management and attention to detail
  • A confident, proactive approach to communication
  • A team-oriented mindset and a desire to learn

Ready to take the next step in your finance career? Apply today and become part of a business that’s financially sound, people-focused, and growing fast. Your future in finance starts here.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

SonicJobs' Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy also apply.