Trainee Finance Assistant
Location: Colchester (Office Based)
Reporting to: Head of Finance
The Opportunity
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Trainee Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team. This role will support the supply chain function, helping to maintain accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of finance operations. The successful candidate will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers while developing valuable finance and administrative experience within a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage supplier accounts and process purchase ledger transactions using Sage.
- Process supply chain invoices, including storage, engineering, hire, repair, and recovery costs.
- Resolve invoice queries through communication with operational teams and external suppliers.
- Prepare and issue recharge invoices where required.
- Maintain and update finance records within internal systems.
- Reconcile supplier statements to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Assist with analysing and preparing supplier payments for monthly payment runs.
- Support month-end finance processes and reporting activities.
- Work collaboratively with finance and operational teams to ensure accurate and efficient processes.
- Manage shared finance inboxes and respond to queries in a timely manner.
Skills & Experience
- Previous finance experience is not essential.
- Experience using Excel or Sage would be advantageous; however, full training can be provided.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships.
- Proactive approach with strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Ability to prioritise workload, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines.
- Confident working within a professional office environment.
- A positive team player with a willingness to learn and take ownership of tasks.
Additional Information
- This is a full-time, office-based position in Colchester.
- Working hours are Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm.
- Flexibility may occasionally be required during month-end and year-end periods.
- Salary up to 26,000 depending on experience.
Benefits
- Additional annual leave linked to length of service.
- Additional paid leave for birthdays.
- Wellbeing support package including fitness and healthcare benefits.
- Opportunities for professional qualifications and ongoing development.
- Employer pension scheme.
- Free parking and modern office facilities.
- Complimentary refreshments provided onsite.
Our organization is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
