Finance Assistant

Marks Sattin is partnering with a market-leading UK distributor that has been at the forefront of their industry for nearly 40 years! This is a business that prides itself on stability, technical expertise, and a close-knit team culture.

We are seeking an ambitious and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to take ownership of the day-to-day transactional accounting. This is an ideal role for a finance professional who enjoys variety and wants to be a key player in a busy, successful head office.

This can be a role for candidates with 30 years of experience or 3, so please apply if you think it could be a good fit!

As a Finance Assistant, you will provide essential support to the finance function, ensuring the smooth operation of both the sales and purchase ledgers while acting as a key point of contact for financial queries.

• Full Ledger Support:
  Processing purchase invoices and credit notes, and performing regular statement reconciliations.
• Credit Control & Cash Flow:
  Proactively managing the aged debtors list and chasing outstanding payments to maintain healthy cash flow.
• Banking & Payments:
  Handling supplier payment runs, posting bank entries, and processing credit card payments.
• Account Management:
  Overseeing the onboarding of new customers and suppliers, including credit checks and account setup.
• Operational Finance:
  Managing the finance inbox, processing staff expenses, and releasing orders once payment is secured.

The successful candidate will be a proactive 'all-rounder' who thrives in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience:
  
  You will have a proven background in a transactional finance role (Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar).
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Highly proficient in MS Office. Previous experience with SAP is a significant advantage.
• Communication:
  You must be comfortable on the phone, whether you are resolving supplier queries or negotiating payment terms with debtors.
• Detail-oriented: A commitment to accuracy is essential, particularly when managing high-volume data entry and bank postings.

• Salary: A competitive £30,355 per annum.
• Work-Life Balance:
  Standard office hours, Monday to Friday, with no weekend work.
• Stability:
  Join a heritage business with a reputation for job security and employee retention.
• On-site Perks:
  Free parking on-site and a company pension scheme.

Please apply if this could be of interest!

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