Finance Assistant
Location: Tamworth
Salary: Up to £35,000
Working Pattern: Full-Time, Office-Based
The Opportunity
Are you looking for a finance role that offers genuine variety, responsibility, and a clear route into Management Accounting?
We are recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a well-established and growing business based in Tamworth. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working across multiple areas of finance and wants to develop their skillset beyond transactional accounting.
You'll gain exposure to a broad range of accounting duties, month-end processes, reporting, reconciliations, and financial controls, while working closely with experienced finance professionals. The role offers excellent long-term career prospects, including progression into a Management Accounting position.
Key Responsibilities
Supporting both Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable functions.
Providing cover for the Accounts Manager during periods of absence.
Producing operational and financial reports.
Completing intercompany reconciliations and balancing activities.
Monitoring purchasing controls and expenditure thresholds.
Maintaining dormant account records and ensuring data accuracy.
Preparing and distributing operational and finance packs.
Setting up and maintaining customer and supplier accounts.
Supporting audit preparation and compliance activities.
Reviewing orders and financial information for accuracy and completeness.
Assisting with financial system uploads and reporting requirements.
Posting journals and supporting month-end processes.
Assisting with ad-hoc finance projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
About You
Previous experience within a finance, accounts, or transactional finance role.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Confident using Excel and finance systems.
Able to work independently and manage competing priorities.
Positive, proactive, and eager to learn.
Looking to build a long-term career within finance.
Studying AAT, ACCA, CIMA, or looking to begin professional qualifications would be advantageous but is not essential.
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