Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger)

Finance Assistant – Head Office, Plymouth
Permanent | Full-Time | Monday – Friday, 08:45am – 17:30pm

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing privately owned companies, recognised in the Sunday Times Top Track 100. With over 200 locations nationwide and a strong focus on people, this organisation is committed to investing in its teams and building an extraordinary future.

Due to continued success and ambitious expansion plans, we are recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join the Head Office team based in Plymouth.

About the Role:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant to further their career within a dynamic and fast-paced finance department. Initially centred on Purchase Ledger, the role will quickly evolve to support a range of finance projects and contribute across various teams.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process high volumes of purchase ledger invoices and credit notes accurately
• Match invoices to purchase orders and goods received in a timely manner
• Support creditor reconciliations and liaise with suppliers to resolve queries
• Maintain precise financial records through efficient data capture and processingAssist with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
• Contribute to cash and cost control (CC) procedures
• Analyse actual figures against budgets during month-end reporting
• Participate in cross-departmental finance project work
• Provide ad hoc support to other finance functions as needed
  
  

Person Specification:

• Proven experience in a similar finance or accounts role, particularly with Purchase Ledger
• Ability to adapt to various transactional tasks in a fast-moving finance environment
• Good understanding of accounting concepts such as accruals and reconciliations
• Strong attention to detail and data accuracy
• Proficient in MS Excel and familiar with finance systems
• Organised with effective communication skills
• Team player with a proactive and flexible approach
• Ideally AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT
  
  

Benefits:

• Pension scheme
• Long service awards
• Employee discount
• Cycle to work scheme
• Supportive and collaborative working culture
  
  

If you're a motivated finance professional looking for your next challenge, apply today and become part of a thriving and supportive finance team!