Finance Assistant

Reports to: Financial Controller

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our busy finance team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong foundation in finance processes, including cost tracking, payroll administration, pension support, and purchase ledger responsibilities.

The successful candidate will also have working knowledge of ERP systems, and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, ensuring timely payments, and supporting the wider finance team with core day-to-day duties.

• Costing: Assist with product or project costing, ensuring accuracy in cost allocations and identifying variances.

• Payroll Support: Process payroll data in line with deadlines; liaise with HR and payroll providers where required.

• Pensions Administration: Support pension enrolment, deductions, and liaison with pension providers.

• Purchase Ledger:

  • Process supplier invoices and match with purchase orders

  • Maintain the purchase ledger, reconcile statements, and prepare payment runs

  • Ensure accurate coding and timely resolution of queries

• ERP Use: Enter and maintain financial data within the ERP system; run basic reports and support reconciliations.

• Support month-end and year-end close processes as required.

• Assist the wider finance team with other administrative or reporting tasks as needed.

• Previous experience in a similar finance/accounts role (costing, payroll, purchase ledger).

• Working knowledge of ERP or finance systems (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Sage, NetSuite).

• Good understanding of basic accounting principles and controls.

• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.

• Proficiency in Excel and general IT systems.

• A team player with excellent communication skills.

• Familiarity with pension legislation and payroll compliance.

• AAT qualification or working towards (preferred but not essential).

• Supportive finance team with on-the-job training

• Opportunities for progression and professional development

• Company benefits