Finance Assistant

About the Business

A fantastic opportunity to join an established service provider based in Solihull as a Finance Assistant, with fantastic benefits on offer. This is a great role for someone with a solid understanding of accounting who enjoys varied, hands-on finance work, with excellent managers on hand to help you learn and develop. With a salary of £27,000 – £31,000, this is a great opportunity to join a welcoming and supportive finance team.

Main Duties

As a Finance Assistant, your main duties include

Carrying out monthly control account reconciliations to help maintain accurate financial records

Reconciling supplier accounts on a regular basis and resolving queries promptly and professionally

Maintaining accurate supporting documentation for supplier payment details, ensuring records remain audit-ready

Monitoring departmental spend against budget and encouraging the use of preferred suppliers

Providing flexible cover across the wider finance team as and when required

Supporting year-end processes and assisting with wider audit requirements

Keeping on top of filing and archiving to maintain organised financial records

Assisting with a variety of ad-hoc accounting tasks as they arise

Helping manage stationery ordering, stock levels and the associated budget

Providing reception cover and general administrative support across the office when needed

Location / Office / Culture

This is an office-based role, working five days a week from modern offices in Solihull, alongside a friendly and supportive finance team. You’ll benefit from excellent managers who are keen to help you learn and grow within the role.

What We Are Looking For

The ideal candidate will have

A solid understanding of accounting principles

Good standard of education, including GCSE Mathematics and English at Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent).

Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work under pressure.

Able to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

Strong problem-solving skills.

Previous purchase ledger or general accounting experience.

Excellent organisational and multitasking skills.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (or equivalent).

A confident, professional telephone manner

Strong administrative ability, with a keen eye for detail

A proactive, team-oriented approach

Why Join the Business

Fantastic benefits package

Excellent managers to learn from in a supportive, welcoming environment

Generous holiday allowance – 31 days plus bank holidays

Strong pension scheme with generous employer contributions

Death in service cover

Free gym and swimming pool use

Regular social events throughout the year

Free on-site parking

Free catered lunches