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The Best Connection Tamworth are recruiting a Finance Assistant for a busy client. £28,000 per annum, Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:15. Join a supportive finance team handling sales ledger, purchase ledger, and general finance tasks.

Pay & Working Hours:

• Monday - Friday

• 09:00 - 17:15

• £14.85ph

Job Overview:
Our client is seeking a Finance Assistant to support their finance department across sales ledger, purchase ledger, and general finance tasks. You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, reconciling accounts, assisting with month-end processes, and supporting both internal and external audits. This is an excellent opportunity for someone organised, detail-oriented, and confident with financial processes.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Ledger:

• Monitor and reconcile customer accounts, allocating payments correctly

• Maintain aged debt reports and follow up overdue payments

• Support credit control and communicate with customers regarding outstanding balances

• Assist with invoice queries and discrepancies alongside operations teams

Purchase Ledger:

• Reconcile overseas supplier statements and resolve discrepancies

• Process overseas supplier invoices, matching to cost estimates and obtaining approvals

• Maintain accurate supplier account information

• Assist with invoice queries and expense monitoring

General Finance Support:

• Assist with month-end tasks, reconciliations, and reporting

• Support audit requirements as needed

• Provide administrative support to the finance team

• Assist with ad-hoc finance projects and process improvements

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong organisational and multitasking abilities

• High level of accuracy and attention to detail

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to work independently and in a team

• Proactive and solution-focused approach

• Good time management and prioritisation skills

• Professional and confidential handling of financial information

Experience & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts role (Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, or both)

• Working knowledge of management accounting systems

• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

• Basic understanding of accounting principles

Personal Attributes:

• Reliable, trustworthy, and committed to high-quality work

• Positive and flexible attitude with willingness to learn

• Strong customer service mindset with professional approach

Benefits of Working with The Best Connection:

• Weekly pay (every Friday)

• Online payslips

• Pension contribution

• Ongoing temporary assignment

• 28 days paid annual leave (pro-rata for PAYE, inclusive of statutory holidays)

The Best Connection is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.