At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance processes and coordinate admin activities in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Locally run pharmaceutical distribution business known for teamwork and reliability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, company pension, 20 days holiday, and free on-site parking.
- Other info: Opportunity to take ownership and support the Finance Manager.
- Why this job: Gain real responsibility and develop your skills in a supportive team.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance administration and strong Microsoft Office skills required.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 30000 £ per year.
Our client is a locally run pharmaceutical distribution business known for excellent customer service, reliability, and teamwork. As the company continues to grow, they are seeking an experienced and proactive Finance & Business Support Officer to become a key member of their team, supporting the Finance Manager in the day-to-day running of the finance and administrative functions. The role would suit someone who enjoys responsibility, thrives in a fast-paced SME environment, and is comfortable coordinating finance and administrative activity across multiple teams.
The Role
You will support key financial processes, maintain accurate records, and assist with reporting and controls, while also acting as a key point of admin coordination across the business. This is a varied, hands-on role offering genuine responsibility from day one. As your knowledge of the business grows, you'll become a trusted point of support for the Finance Manager, confidently managing routine finance and administrative activities and providing cover during periods of absence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Finance Administration
- Process supplier invoices, expenses, and payments accurately and efficiently
- Prepare and issue customer invoices
- Maintain financial records in Xero and associated systems
- Assist with bank reconciliations, month-end, year-end, and VAT processes
- Support credit control and customer payment follow-up
- Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation
- Ensure timely and accurate financial processing
- Administration & Business Support
- Provide administrative support across finance and wider business functions
- Maintain electronic and paper filing systems
- Prepare reports, spreadsheets, and documentation
- Process customer and operational data accurately
- Support customer and supplier communications
- Maintain organised, audit-ready records
- Support company procedures and controlled documentation
- Operational Support
- Support the Finance Manager with day-to-day coordination of finance and administrative activities
- Liaise with warehouse, logistics, and administration teams
- Assist with customer onboarding administration
- Provide general operational support as required
- Compliance & Controls
- Support GDPR and data protection compliance
- Assist with internal checks and financial controls
- Support audit preparation and documentation
- Ensure accuracy and security of company records
- Deputising & Cover Responsibilities
- Provide cover for the Finance Manager during absence
- Coordinate day-to-day finance and administrative activities during periods of cover, working within agreed authority levels and escalating issues where appropriate.
- Help maintain continuity across finance and administration functions
- Team Responsibilities
- Communicate professionally with colleagues, customers, and suppliers
- Work collaboratively across departments
- Contribute ideas for process improvement
- Maintain confidentiality of financial and business information
Requirements
Essential
- Experience in finance administration, bookkeeping, accounts administration, or business support
- Strong Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Strong organisational and time management skills
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Confident communicator with good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
- Professional, reliable, and trustworthy approach
- Proactive, solution-focused, and adaptable approach
- Understanding of GDPR and data protection requirements
Desirable
- AAT qualification or working towards AAT
- Experience using Xero, Dext, or similar accounting software
- Bookkeeping experience
Whats In It For You
- Company pension
- 20 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Free on-site parking
- Supportive and friendly working environment
- Broad, hands-on role with real responsibility and autonomy from day one
- Genuine opportunity to take ownership of key finance activities and provide support and cover to the Finance Manager during periods of absence
If you're looking for a varied finance role where you can take ownership, develop your skills, and become an integral part of a growing business, we'd love to hear from you.
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