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Date Added: Fri 10/01/2025

Finance Assistant

Portsmouth, UK
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Company: MICHAEL PAGE FINANCE

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £24,000 - £25,000 per annum

I am seeking a Financial Assistant to support our client's finance department with tasks such as managing accounts payable and receivable, performing reconciliations, and assisting with financial reporting. The role offers a salary of £25,000 per year, along with benefits including a company pension and a health and wellbeing programme.

Client Details

Our client is a reputable group retail company based in Portsmouth, dedicated to maintaining accurate financial operations and supporting the growth and development of their finance team. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Finance Assistant to join their ranks.

Description

Finance Assistant:

  • Process supplier invoices and employee expense reports promptly and accurately.
  • Manage accounts payable functions, including invoice coding, data entry, and payment processing.
  • Assist with accounts receivable tasks, such as invoicing, collections, and customer account reconciliations.
  • Conduct bank reconciliations and ensure the accuracy of financial transactions recorded in the general ledger.
  • Perform monthly reconciliations to trial balance.
  • Process journal postings, including credit cards, petty cash, and intercompany transactions.
  • Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records and documentation for audit purposes.
  • Support special projects and ad hoc financial analysis tasks as assigned by me or management.
  • Maintain sales and purchase ledgers.
  • Communicate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers to resolve billing and payment inquiries.
  • Monitor accounts receivable aging reports and follow up with customers to collect overdue payments promptly.
  • Communicate with customers and sites via phone, email, and written correspondence to resolve billing issues, disputes, and payment discrepancies.
  • Maintain accurate records of customer interactions, payment agreements, and collection efforts.

Profile

Finance Assistant:

  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in financial accounting (preferred).
  • Strong organizational skills with attention to accuracy and deadlines.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Proficiency in financial management software and MS Excel.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and manage tasks independently.
  • Experience in accounts payable and receivable functions.
  • Familiarity with bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.
  • Problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to resolving billing and payment issues.

Job Offer

  • Competitive salary of £25,000 per year.
  • Company pension scheme.
  • Health & wellbeing programme.
  • Full-time position with a Monday to Friday schedule.
  • Opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative finance team.
  • Potential for professional development and career advancement within the company.
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