Finance Assistant

Office-Based Role

Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: �24,000 - �25,500

Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays

Astute Recruitment is partnering with a fantastic Ripley-based company seeking to hire a Junior Finance Assistant. This role is ideal for someone with a background in office administration or finance who is looking to join a stable business with ongoing support from an experienced Financial Controller.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely monthly Management Accounts


• Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded within the accounting system


• Assist the Accounts Assistant with matching purchase invoices to delivery notes and purchase orders


• Obtain managerial authorisation for purchase invoices


• Reconcile supplier statements


• Allocate customer payments


• Chase overdue debts to maintain healthy cash flow


• Upload monthly financial data to the Credit Insurance portal


• Manage credit insurance limits to mitigate financial risk


• Maintain and post cashbook transactions


• Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy

Key Skills & Requirements:

• Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)


• Previous experience using Microsoft D365 or Dynamics AX is desirable


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing


• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal


• Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment