Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant Location: Dudley, DY1 4DA Salary: Competitive Contract: Full time, permanent – 40 hours per week, although would consider applications with condensed hours or part time working Hayley 24/7 Engineering Services Ltd are now recruiting! We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance assistant to join our dynamic finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in finance within a supportive and fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities: * Supporting the day-to-day operations of the accounting function across multiple branches * Acting as a key liaison for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders * Applying core accounting principles including accruals, prepayments, and revenue recognition * Reconciling nominal accounts and preparing VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns * Carrying out nominal analysis for management information and tax compliance * Assisting with month-end close and reporting activities * Supporting internal and external audit processes * Providing ad-hoc support to the purchase and sales ledger teams * Taking on additional finance projects and responsibilities as the team continues to grow Requirements: * AAT Level 3 qualified (minimum) or AAT Level 4 part-qualified (or equivalent) * Recent experience in a similar finance role * Strong understanding of accounting principles and statutory requirements * Confident user of SAGE and Microsoft Excel, with strong data manipulation skills * Excellent communication and relationship-building skills * Analytical mindset with great attention to detail * Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment * A proactive self-starter who’s eager to learn, adapt, and make an impact What We Offer: * Be part of a successful, growing engineering group backed by a large multi-national organisation * Join a supportive team that values accuracy, collaboration, and professional development * Enjoy opportunities to grow your career in finance, with exposure to a broad range of accounting functions * Work in an environment where your ideas and contributions really matter Benefits: * Pension * 24 days holiday plus bank holidays * Life Assurance * Cash health care scheme – Paycare * Birthday Vouchers * EAP (Employee Assistant Programme) * Bike2Work Scheme If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then click on “APPLY” today! No agencies please