Senior Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Location: Carlisle, Cumbria
Salary: £30,000 - £35,000 DOE
Job Type: Full-time
Working Hours: 8am - 5pm

The Opportunity

We are recruiting on behalf of a growing business in Carlisle that is looking for a highly organised, proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys taking ownership of day-to-day financial processes, maintaining accurate records and helping a business operate efficiently.

You will play a key role in managing the company's daily financial activities, supporting the management team and ensuring the finance function runs smoothly.

The successful candidate will be reliable, confident working independently and comfortable managing a varied workload within a busy working environment. This position would suit someone who is looking to take greater ownership of a finance function and develop their role as the business continues to grow.

Key Responsibilities

Managing day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration
Processing purchase invoices, supplier payments and customer invoices
Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
Completing regular bank and credit card reconciliations
Monitoring outstanding invoices and following up on overdue payments
Assisting with cash flow monitoring, forecasting and financial planning
Preparing monthly financial reports for the management team
Supporting the preparation of management accounts
Managing and reconciling expenses and company expenditure
Assisting with VAT returns and ensuring compliance with relevant financial regulations
Liaising with external accountants, suppliers and other stakeholders
Supporting payroll administration where required
Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and internal controls
Providing general financial and administrative support to the management team

Skills and Experience

The successful candidate will ideally have:

Previous experience within a finance, accounts or bookkeeping role
A strong understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
Confidence using accounting software such as Sage
A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office
The ability to prioritise a varied workload and meet deadlines
Strong communication and problem-solving skills
The confidence to work independently and take ownership of tasks
A professional, trustworthy and discreet approach when handling confidential financial information

Desirable Experience

The following would be beneficial but is not essential:

An AAT qualification or equivalent accounting experience
Experience preparing management accounts and financial reports
Experience managing cash flow and financial budgets
Previous experience working within a small or medium-sized business

About You

We are looking for someone who is more than just good with numbers. You will be proactive, commercially aware and genuinely interested in supporting the continued growth of the business.

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a varied role with genuine responsibility and the opportunity to make an impact within a growing business, we would be keen to hear from you. Please apply with your up to date CV or call Jess on (phone number removed)
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed