Bookkeeper/Finance Assistant

About the company

Are you a proactive, detail-focused finance professional who enjoys getting things right first time? Our Client is hiring for a reputed client and looking for a Group Finance Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations across multiple sites. If you care about accuracy, process and helping the wider team run smoothly, this could be a great next step.

Your tasks

• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable processing, ensuring transactions are handled accurately and on time
• Enter, verify and maintain financial data in accounting systems (including Sage and Xero)
• Support month-end and year-end activities by reconciling accounts and preparing reports
• Manage vendor and supplier queries relating to payments and invoices
• Keep financial records organised and audit-ready in line with company policy
• Collaborate with the finance team to improve data accuracy and streamline processes across systems
• Contribute to internal preparation of financial statements and reporting

Requirements

• Proven experience using accounting software such as Sage and Xero (and the ability to work confidently across platforms)
• Strong accounts payable knowledge and a real commitment to data entry accuracy
• Familiarity with financial services industry standards and practices
• Excellent organisation, with the ability to prioritise and work to deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Clear communication skills and a team mindset that adapts well as processes evolve
• A basic understanding of financial regulations and compliance expectations

Additional information

• Experience with enterprise systems such as Workday (or similar platforms) is highly desirable