Finance Assistant

An excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a well-established company

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent.

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience.

Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

About The Company

They are a leading provider of HVAC solutions, dedicated to delivering high-quality service and maintenance to a diverse range of clients. They have experienced significant growth over the past two years, doubling in size and investing in the recruitment of experienced employees and improvements to their systems. Leveraging their strong foundation, they are now focusing on tapping into the vast potential of the service and maintenance sector.

They are now looking to recruit an experienced Finance Assistant to join their team.

Key Duties

Financial Recordkeeping:

• Assist in maintaining accurate financial records, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, and nominal ledger entries


• Producing quarterly vat returns and reconciling to nominal ledger


• Perform monthly bank reconciliations


• Analyse and process company credit cards and employee expenses

Invoicing and Payments:

• Process invoices, expenses, and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies


• Handle the opening of trade credit accounts with suppliers

Sales invoice and Receipts:

• Process sales invoices, and receipts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company policies


• Dealing with debt collection and keeping track of retentions, valuations and payment certificates

Administrative Duties:

• Arrange travel and accommodation for engineers and other employees


• Assist the Office Manager with preparing purchase orders and quotes


• Update and maintain records and databases accurately


• Maintain training records and book courses for employees


• Manage office supplies, workwear, and equipment; order as needed to ensure smooth operations


• Answer and direct incoming calls and emails professionally


• Greet and assist visitors and clients in a friendly and efficient manner


• Provide similar support to other companies within the group as required

Candidate Requirement:

• Prior experience in a similar finance or administrative role.


• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.


• Proficiency in Sage accounting software and MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.


• Knowledge of basic accounting principles and procedures.

If you feel that you have the relative skills/attributes to fulfil this role then please apply now for immediate consideration.

The company is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate based on race, religion, sexual orientation, age or disability. The employer welcomes applications from all candidates who match their requirements and their decision for employment will be based purely on your skills/qualifications. �