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Finance Assistant

Reed
Posted 2 days ago, valid for 23 days
Location

York, North Yorkshire YO60, England

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

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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  • We are looking for a proactive Finance Assistant to join an award-winning team at their York head office.
  • The role requires previous experience in a finance or accounting support position and offers a salary of £25,000 to £30,000 per year.
  • This position can be full-time or part-time and involves supporting the Finance Director with various financial tasks and reporting.
  • Candidates should possess strong attention to detail, good organizational skills, and ideally experience with Xero and Excel.
  • The company offers benefits such as yearly salary reviews, coaching opportunities, private healthcare, and study support.

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our clients enthusiastic, award-winning team. This role is based in their York head office, housed in a beautifully building. The position is available full-time or part-time, offering a chance to support their Finance Director in ensuring the smooth operation of day-to-day finance tasks. This role will offer exposure to a rounded accounts position with the opportunity to be mentored by a qualified accountant. They will provide study support for the right individual. 

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Assist the Finance Director with financial record-keeping and the production of reports.
  • Support monthly close processes, including reconciliations and ledger reviews.
  • Code and process all purchase invoices and credit notes.
  • Raise and post sales invoices accurately and on time.
  • Reconcile supplier statements and manage supplier queries promptly.
  • Prepare supplier payments and remittance advice.
  • Prepare and issue client statements.
  • Complete credit card imports and reconcile transactions.
  • Perform banking and petty cash reconciliations and process staff expenses.
  • Store and maintain financial records, both electronically and in hard copy.
  • Assist with the generation of finance reports and support in reviewing the creditors ledger and credit control.
  • Manage incoming calls, deliveries, and general post.
  • Provide general office administration support as needed.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Previous experience in a finance or accounting support role.
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Good understanding of financial processes and controls.
  • Confident working with spreadsheets and finance software.
  • Strong organisational and time management skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
  • Desirable: Experience using Xero, Excel and Microsoft 365, AAT qualification or working towards it.
Benefits:
  • Yearly salary reviews and discretionary bonus scheme.
  • Coaching and development opportunities.
  • Away days and team-building activities.
  • Private healthcare and pension scheme.
  • Death in service benefits.
  • Study Support

To apply for the Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV or do not hesitate to call Alexandra Elliott on for further information. 

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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.