Finance Assistant

Location: Hertford Salary: £32,000 – £35,000

We are working with a successful and growing business based in Hertford who are looking for a Finance Assistant to join their established finance team. This is a broad and varied position, offering exposure across transactional finance, VAT, expenses and payroll, with plenty of opportunity to develop and take on additional responsibility over time.

Key Responsibilities:

• Raising invoices and supporting with sales ledger duties
• Setting up new customer accounts and resolving account queries
• Assisting with quarterly VAT returns and wider VAT administration
• Processing employee expenses and credit card claims
• Supporting with monthly payroll and pension administration
• Maintaining accurate finance records and reconciliations
• Assisting with reporting and general finance administration
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties

The Ideal Candidate:

• Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant or similar finance position
• Ideally studying towards an AAT qualification
• Experience using Sage 50 would be beneficial
• Good Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• Confident managing a varied workload within a busy environment
• Keen to learn and continue developing within finance

Benefits:

• Salary of £32,000 – £35,000 depending on experience
• Possible study support
• 25 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Annual bonus scheme
• Private health insurance
• Genuine opportunity for progression and development

This is a great opportunity to join a growing business offering a supportive working environment and plenty of scope to develop your finance career. #LI-JR1