Finance Assistant
- Permanent
Wetherby, West Yorkshire
The details
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!
The Role
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.
Key Responsibilities:
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.
Your Profile
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.
Benefits & Culture
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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