Job Description
Macildowie are working with this client based in South Leicester to recruit a Finance Assistant to join a well-structured finance team in a national organisation.
Employment type: Permanent, full-time (to be confirmed at interview)
Working arrangement: Office-based (flexibility available where needed)
Overview:
This opportunity would suit someone who is methodical, confident with numbers, and enjoys working in a process-driven role. The Finance Assistant will support the day-to-day finance operations, with a core focus on purchase ledger, expenses, reconciliations and supplier administration.
Key responsibilities will include:
Processing subcontractor certifications and invoices (self-billing)
Verifying and onboarding new suppliers via HMRC checks
Handling ad-hoc and scheduled payment runs
Reviewing and coding incoming invoices for accuracy
Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
Chasing missing paperwork and liaising with internal teams
Managing internal invoice approval workflows
Reconciling supplier statements monthly
Supporting mid-month and month-end cheque/BACS payment runs
Administering employee expense claims in line with company policy
Posting nominal ledger journals
Managing external payments (e.g. council tax, business rates, NHBC fees)
Supporting the finance team during leave or busy periods
Playing an active role in the migration to new finance software
Assisting with internal audits and system/data integrity checks
Ideal background and experience:
Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role
Comfortable working with accountancy software
GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) required
A-Level Maths would be advantageous
Excellent Excel and general IT skills
A process-driven mindset with a keen eye for detail
Strong communication skills to liaise across departments
Ability to work well in a team and on own initiative
Able to manage deadlines and balance multiple task
- Benefits:
- Competitive salary and annual bonus
- 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
- Company pension scheme
- Access to employee benefits portal
- ShareSave scheme
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