Finance Assistant

Job Title:Finance Assistant

Reports to:Financial Controller

About the Role

We are looking for a reliable and detail-orientedFinance Assistantto join our busy finance team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in finance processes, includingcost tracking, payroll administration, pension support, andpurchase ledgerresponsibilities.

The successful candidate will also have working knowledge ofERP systems, and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely payments, and supporting the wider finance team with core day-to-day duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Costing: Assist with product or project costing, ensuring accuracy in cost allocations and identifying variances.

• Payroll Support: Process payroll data in line with deadlines; liaise with HR and payroll providers where required.

• Pensions Administration: Support pension enrolment, deductions, and liaison with pension providers.

• Purchase Ledger:

  • Process supplier invoices and match with purchase orders

  • Maintain the purchase ledger, reconcile statements, and prepare payment runs

  • Ensure accurate coding and timely resolution of queries

• ERP Use: Enter and maintain financial data within the ERP system; run basic reports and support reconciliations.

• Support month-end and year-end close processes as required.

• Assist the wider finance team with other administrative or reporting tasks as needed.

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a similar finance/accounts role (costing, payroll, purchase ledger).

• Working knowledge ofERP or finance systems(e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage, NetSuite).

• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and controls.

• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.

• Proficiency in Excel and general IT systems.

• A team player with excellent communication skills.

Desirable

• Familiarity with pension legislation and payroll compliance.

• AAT qualification or working towards (preferred but not essential).

What We Offer

• Supportive finance team with on-the-job training

• Opportunities for progression and professional development

• Company benefits