Finance Assistant in Letchworth Garden City - Hales Group

Finance Assistant - Royston
 
£28,000-£32,000 + Early Friday Finish + Great Benefits
 
I'm currently supporting a fantastic business in Royston who are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join their team. If you're someone who loves variety, enjoys working in a fast-paced environment, and takes real pride in accuracy and organisation, this could be a brilliant next step.
This is a full-time, office-based role working Monday to Friday, with an early finish every Friday 
 
The Role
You'll be supporting the wider finance function with both purchase ledger and sales ledger duties, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. It's a hands-on position with plenty of opportunity to get involved in month-end processes, reconciliations, credit control and general finance administration.
You'll also work closely with different internal departments, so confidence, communication and a positive attitude are key.
 
Key Responsibilities

• Processing invoices (PO and non-PO), matching, posting and resolving discrepancies
• Supplier statement reconciliations and managing weekly payment runs
• Maintaining supplier accounts and accurate financial records
• Raising daily sales invoices and issuing monthly customer statements
• Credit control and account reconciliation
• Cash posting and managing proforma accounts
• Supporting month-end close and KPI/overdue reporting
• Managing company credit card expenses, petty cash, and backing up financial data
• Assisting with audits and ad-hoc finance tasks

About You
 
I'm looking to speak with candidates who have:

• 2+ years' experience in a similar finance/accounts role
• Strong understanding of AP/AR processes
• Experience with bank reconciliations and general ledger postings
• Sage 50 experience (essential)
• Confident Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation
• A proactive, friendly approach to teamwork and communication

Experience in manufacturing is a bonus, but not essential.
 
Benefits
This company truly values their people. You'll enjoy:
£28k-£32k depending on experience
Early finish every Friday
25 days holiday + bank holidays
Healthcare plan
Employee discount platforms
Onsite parking
Supportive, down-to-earth team
 
If this sounds like the kind of role you'd thrive in, Please apply within