Finance Assistant — Growth Path to Assistant Accountant

Airport Placements; Hoddesdon; On-site; GBP 24,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing sports business is seeking a diligent Finance Assistant to manage day-to-day finance administration. You'll handle purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns, ensuring accurate financial data. The role requires AAT qualification or studying, ERP system proficiency, and attention to detail. This position offers excellent progression opportunities into Assistant Accountant or Finance Executive roles as the business grows. Join a professional environment and contribute to enhancing finance processes.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or studying, or ACA / ACCA part-qualified (study support available).
• Previous experience in finance administration, AP or AR role.
• Confident using ERP system and Excel (lookups, pivots, basic formulas).

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier and customer records, post invoices and credits.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations and reconcile expenses.
• Prepare and submit monthly VAT returns maintaining clear supporting documentation.

Skills

ERP system usage

Excel (lookups, pivots)

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Education

AAT qualified or studying

ACA / ACCA part-qualified

Job description

A growing sports business is seeking a diligent Finance Assistant to manage day-to-day finance administration. You'll handle purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations, and VAT returns, ensuring accurate financial data. The role requires AAT qualification or studying, ERP system proficiency, and attention to detail. This position offers excellent progression opportunities into Assistant Accountant or Finance Executive roles as the business grows. Join a professional environment and contribute to enhancing finance processes.