Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant
Location: Leicester
Salary: c£28,000
Working Pattern: Full-time | Hybrid - 2 days working from home
Holidays: 25 days + bank holidays
We are currently recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a friendly and supportive finance team within a well-established business based in Leicester. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to develop their skills and gain further exposure within a busy finance function.
Key Responsibilities:
- Processing purchase and sales invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
- Assisting with bank and supplier statement reconciliations.
- Supporting the preparation of monthly management accounts.
- Maintaining accurate financial records and updating accounting systems.
- Assisting with payment runs and resolving invoice queries.
- Supporting month-end processes, including journals, accruals and prepayments.
- Working closely with the wider finance team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
About You:
- Previous experience within a finance or accounts assistant role.
- Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger and reconciliations.
- Strong Excel skills and good attention to detail.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- A proactive, enthusiastic approach with a willingness to learn and develop.
- AAT qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential.
What's on Offer:
Salary circa £28,000.
- Hybrid working - 2 days from home.
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Supportive and friendly finance team.
- Opportunity to develop your finance career and broaden your experience.
If you're an experienced Finance Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Leicester, we'd love to hear from you