Finance Assistant Monday - Friday £22 per hour 6 months, maternity cover Are you an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk / Finance Assistant within a finance or accounts environment? If yes, read on…. My client is one of the UK’s leading energy generation companies with a well-established and highly respected business, based within commutable distance from Leicester. They are currently looking for a skilled Finance Department Assistant (Maternity Cover). The Role – Finance Department Assistant: Processing incoming emails and posts, including downloading and checking PDF invoices Checking purchase invoices for accuracy, including PO numbers and VAT validation Uploading invoices into approval workflows and forwarding to budget holders Inputting approved invoices into internal systems Producing weekly payment runs Carrying out bank reconciliations Assisting with accruals and prepayment journals at the month-end Monitoring the company Barclaycard's spending Producing sundry sales invoices and supporting credit control activities Processing staff expense claims and payment runs Updating supplier details, including bank details and addresses Reviewing supplier statements to ensure all invoices are received Supporting ad-hoc finance administration duties Working independently and as part of a wider finance team Day Shifts, Monday to Thursday 08:24 – 16:30, Friday 08:24 – 15:30. Flexi-time and occasional work from home available (after 3 months). Minimum Skills / Experience Required – Finance Department Assistant: Previous experience working within a finance department or similar environment Experience with purchase ledger and invoice processing Good attention to detail and high levels of accuracy Computer-literate and confident using finance systems Strong communication and organisational skills Able to work independently and as part of a team AAT qualification advantageous but not essential Motivated and professional team player The Package – Finance Department Assistant: £22 per hour Early Friday finish Flexi-time available Occasional hybrid working opportunities Immediate interview opportunities available About Precision People Precision People is a leading recruitment agency that specializes in sourcing top talent for Engineering, Technical, Sales and Senior Management roles across a wide range of industries. With a focus on precision and quality, their team of expert recruiters works tirelessly to match the best candidates with the right employers, ensuring that both parties benefit from a successful partnership. Precision People has the expertise and resources to help you find the perfect role. With a deep understanding of the industry and a commitment to excellence, they have built a reputation for delivering exceptional results and exceeding their candidates' expectations. Interested? To apply for the Finance Department Assistant position, here are your two options: “This is the job for me! When can I start?” – Call now and let’s talk through your experience. Ask for Consultant Name on (phone number removed) between 07:30 am and 4:30 pm. “I think I'm right for this position, but I'm not sure I have enough to get an interview.” – Click “apply now” so I can read your CV and let you know. PPDEL
