Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Bar Hill, Cambridge (hybrid, 1-2 days home working per week after probation period of 3 months)

£ per annum

About the Role

We're working with a client who is looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join theirr growing Finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records.

Reporting directly to the CFO, you'll play a key role in supporting both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable processes, helping to ensure smooth day-to-day finance operations and positive relationships with suppliers and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Invoice Processing - Accurately process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding, approvals, and timely entry into the system
• Payment Runs - Prepare regular payment batches, reconcile supplier statements, and investigate discrepancies
• Expense Management - Review and process employee expenses in line with company policies
• Cash Allocation - Allocate customer payments and resolve unallocated receipts efficiently
• Credit Control - Monitor aged debt, follow up on overdue payments, and maintain strong customer relationships
• Reconciliations - Perform supplier, customer, and bank reconciliations
• Record Keeping - Maintain organised, up-to-date financial documentation and audit trails
• Process Improvement - Identify opportunities to streamline finance processes and improve internal controls

What We're Looking For

Experience & Qualifications

• Solid, recent experience in a similar finance or accounts support role
• AAT qualification desirable but not essential

Skills & Knowledge

• Strong attention to detail and confidence working with financial data
• Understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and AP/AR processes
• Experience with accounting software (e.g. Sage, Xero, QuickBooks)
• Strong Excel skills, including formulas and pivot tables
• Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with internal and external stakeholders
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and maintain accuracy

Personal Attributes

• Confident and professional communicator
• Highly organised with a commitment to quality
• Analytical mindset with a problem-solving approach
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude
• Eager to learn and develop new skills

Why Join Us?

You'll be part of a collaborative, cross-functional environment where your contributions are valued and your development is supported. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your career within a dynamic finance team.