Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant - Purchase Ledger Clerk

About the Role We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance Assistant to support a busy finance function. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with numbers, solving problems, and collaborating across teams.

You'll play a key role in ensuring financial processes run smoothly, maintaining accuracy, and delivering excellent service to stakeholders and suppliers - particularly across complex Accounts Payable (AP) processes and multi-currency transactions. Key Responsibilities

Process supplier invoices (PO and non-PO) accurately and in a timely manner

Investigate and resolve complex AP queries, liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders

Manage multi-currency transactions, ensuring correct treatment of exchange rates and accurate postings

Support supplier statement reconciliations and highlight discrepancies

Manage company credit card transactions and ensure compliance with policies

Act as first-line support for expense system queries (including user setup and guidance)

Process supplier payments, direct debits, and receipts

Perform general ledger reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records

Handle finance-related queries and escalate where necessary

Maintain a high level of accuracy in all data input and financial records

What We're Looking For Teamwork & Collaboration

A strong team player who supports colleagues and shares knowledge

Builds positive relationships across the business

Proactive in helping others and resolving issues beyond own remit

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment

Communication & Engagement

Clear and professional communicator

Confident asking questions and clarifying information

Discreet and trustworthy when handling sensitive data

Able to explain processes and support users effectively

Delivering Results

Highly organised with strong attention to detail

Consistently produces accurate, high-quality work

Meets deadlines and manages workload effectively

Follows processes while remaining adaptable where needed

Why Apply?

Opportunity to develop your finance skills in a supportive environment

Exposure to complex AP processes and international/multi-currency work

Collaborative and supportive team culture

Clear opportunity to learn, grow, and add value

If you're looking to build or develop your career in finance and enjoy working in a hands-on, detail-focused role, we'd love to hear from you.