Finance Assistant

Castle Employment Agency Ltd; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

A well-established and reputable business in York is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team on a permanent, full-time basis! This is an exciting opportunity to broaden your finance skills, gain exposure across a variety of tasks, and work within a supportive, dynamic team. The role offers a competitive salary of £27,000–£30,000, along with a generous benefits package including 29 days’ holiday (including bank holidays), a 5% pension contribution, and flexible working options.

Responsibilities

• Generate customer invoices and credit adjustments in line with internal guidelines
• Reconcile daily transactions and bank activity, highlighting any inconsistencies promptly
• Follow up on overdue accounts to support smooth cash flow operations
• Administer petty cash and assist with posting journals and compiling financial summaries
• Prepare Excel-based schedules and maintain the integrity of financial records
• Provide flexible, ad hoc administrative and office support as required
• Opportunity to get involved with reporting and gain exposure to management accounts preparation and related finance tasks

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years’ finance experience
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in all work
• A proactive attitude, reliability, and clear communication skills
• Confidence to use initiative and work independently
• Proficiency in Excel; experience with Sage 200 is desirable but not essential

We would be keen to speak with individuals who are currently in a Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Officer, or similar role. You will need to be a team player who is confident speaking on the phone, with an excellent telephone manner.

This Finance Assistant role is a fantastic opportunity is easily commutable from Leeds, Harrogate, Selby, Tadcaster, York city centre, and surrounding areas. This role also accessible via public transport links - train and bus.

If you are interested in this Finance Assistant role, simply click the 'apply' button now to begin your application or get in touch to have a confidential chat.