Finance Assistant – York, Hands-on & Growth

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - GBP 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established recruitment agency in the York area is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join its friendly finance team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role involves performing bank postings, reconciliations, and supporting month-end reporting. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in finance roles, strong Excel skills, and be proactive with excellent communication abilities. A competitive salary of up to £30,000 is offered, with attractive benefits including holiday entitlement and staff discounts.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

On-site facilities

Staff discounts

Qualifications

• Experience in finance assistant or similar roles.
• Proficient in Excel and finance systems.
• Strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank postings and prepare cashflow reports.
• Complete bank reconciliations and credit card reconciliations.
• Support budget monitoring and financial reporting.

Skills

Previous experience in a finance assistant or transactional finance role

Good working knowledge of Excel and finance systems

Confident communication skills

Positive, team-focused approach

Proactive attitude and willingness to learn

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Education

AAT level 3 or above

Job description

A well-established recruitment agency in the York area is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join its friendly finance team on a permanent, full-time basis. This role involves performing bank postings, reconciliations, and supporting month-end reporting. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in finance roles, strong Excel skills, and be proactive with excellent communication abilities. A competitive salary of up to £30,000 is offered, with attractive benefits including holiday entitlement and staff discounts.