Finance Assistant
JOB_53310494707549Job type
PermanentLocation
DoncasterWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SupportIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
Up to £28,000 DOE
Finance Assistant | Permanent | Based near Doncaster, with easy access from Scunthorpe and Gainsborough
Your new company
Finance Assistant
Commutable from Doncaster, Scunthorpe, and surrounding areas
Full-time | Permanent
Up to £28,000 + great development opportunities
Full-time | Permanent
Up to £28,000 + great development opportunities
Are you looking to build a career in finance with exposure to a full finance function? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and growing business where you’ll gain hands-on experience across a wide range of finance tasks.
Your new role
As a Finance Assistant, you’ll play a key part in the day-to-day running of the finance department. You’ll be involved in everything from order processing and invoice checks to bank reconciliations and customer queries. This is a varied role that offers excellent exposure to both transactional and month-end finance processes.
A great opportunity for:
An experienced finance professional who’s worked in a Finance Assistant or Accounts Assistant role and is looking to take the next step – especially if you're studying or planning to study
AAT or a similar qualification
or
Someone new to finance, who’s motivated, eager to learn, and ready to start their career in a supportive and hands-on environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Process and review customer invoices and ensure accurate coding
- Check and code supplier invoices, ensuring correct approvals are in place
- Record payments and receipts accurately in the system
- Handle bank reconciliations and support with fixed asset tracking
- Process employee expenses and ensure compliance with company policies
- Deal with customer queries related to accounts, payments, and invoices
- Support with debt management and ensure timely follow-up on outstanding balances
- Assist with month-end tasks including accruals, prepayments, and journal entries
- Prepare and check ledger balance and contribute to monthly reporting
- Support the team with ad hoc management reports and analysis
- Work closely with the wider finance team to support continuous improvement
What you'll need to succeed
- Previous experience in a finance or accounts support role OR a great attitude and a genuine interest in starting a career in finance
- Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
- A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a proactive approach
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well with others
- Knowledge of Xero is desirable.
- A good cultural fit – someone who’s eager to learn, adaptable, and a team player
What you'll get in return
- Up to £28,000 depending on experience
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays + your birthday off
- 5 days office-based
- Private health insurance
- Free on-site parking and open-plan office facilities
- A supportive team and a great opportunity to gain broad finance exposure
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Finance AssistantJOB_533104947075492025-08-142025-11-12
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