Finance Assistant | Permanent | Leicester | Up To £25,000

Are you an accounting enthusiast with a keen eye for detail? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment where problem-solving and teamwork are valued? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Role details:

• Salary up to £25,000
• Leicester City Centre
• Hybrid working after probation
• AAT Study Support Available

About the Role:

Our client is looking for an enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join us at our central Leicester office, to work as part of a busy Finance team. Joining a supportive network, you can expect to receive valuable training, guidance and genuine scope for career development.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical:

• Process sales invoices and purchase orders.
• Ensure timely and accurate recording of financial transactions.
• Manage accounts payable and receivable.
• Perform monthly bank reconciliations.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Ensure all financial data aligns with company records.
• Collect and verify employee time sheets.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of payroll.
• Address and resolve payroll queries.

Skills and Experience:

• Basic accounting technical knowledge.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Positive, can-do attitude.
• Exceptional problem-solving and query resolution abilities.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong Excel skills including V-look ups and Pivot tables

Benefits:

• Stakeholder pension
• Life assurance
• Private healthcare
• 26 days' annual leave + Bank Holidays + option to buy up to 5 days' additional leave
• Healthcare cashplan
• Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Childcare benefits
• Enhanced Adoption & Shared Parental Leave benefits
• Long service awards - including enhanced annual leave and vouchers
• Staff Discount Scheme
• Spot Rewards
• Professional subscriptions
• Season ticket loan or car loan at senior level
• Cycle to work scheme
• Wellbeing support and Employee Assistance Programme

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