Anne Corder is working with a growing UK manufacturing business is looking for an organised, proactive and commercially aware Finance Assistant to join its finance team.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and accurately code supplier invoices and credit notes.
- Maintain purchase and sales ledgers and resolve queries.
- Monitor outstanding customer balances and support credit control.
- Process and reconcile daily banking transactions.
- Complete bank, supplier and balance sheet reconciliations.
- Assist with month-end close, accruals and prepayments.
- Support VAT and other statutory reporting.
- Maintain accurate financial records within Xero and other systems.
- Assist with management accounts, financial analysis and ad-hoc finance projects.
- Identify opportunities to improve finance processes and controls.
About You
You'll have previous experience in an accounts or finance role and a good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and bank reconciliations.
We're looking for someone with:
- Strong numerical and analytical skills.
- Excellent accuracy and attention to detail.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
- Confident communication skills with customers, suppliers and colleagues.
- Commercial awareness and an interest in the wider business.
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Desirable: AAT/ACCA/CIMA study or qualification, Xero experience, previous SME or manufacturing experience, and exposure to month-end management accounts.
What's on Offer?
- Circa £32,000, depending on experience and qualifications.
- Excellent opportunity to develop your finance career.
- Broad exposure across the finance function.
- Close working relationship with the Finance Director.
- Growing UK manufacturing environment.
- 9am–5pm, Monday to Friday.
- On-site in Peterborough
- Free parking.
If you're looking for a varied finance role with genuine opportunities to develop, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold the valid right to work in the UK.
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Finance Assistant in Peterborough employer: Anne Corder Recruitment
Anne Corder Recruitment offers a supportive and professional working environment in Peterborough, where the role of Receptionist is highly valued. Employees benefit from a warm and welcoming culture that prioritises excellent service and teamwork, alongside opportunities for personal growth within a well-established organisation. This position is perfect for those who thrive in a busy office setting and enjoy making a positive first impression.
