Senior Finance Assistant
JOB_53723934767950Job type
PermanentLocation
PlymouthWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Part Qualified AccountantIndustry
Government & Public ServicesPay
£32,000 DOEClosing date
19 Feb 2026
Senior Finance Assistant - Plymouth
Your new company
You will be joining a well‑established, values‑driven organisation that plays a key role in supporting its local community. The team operates with a strong sense of purpose, collaboration, and professionalism, offering a stable and supportive environment where finance is central to effective operations. With small, close‑knit teams and a culture built on trust and integrity, this organisation provides an excellent environment for someone who enjoys responsibility, autonomy, and variety in their day‑to‑day work.
Your new role
- Managing sales and purchase ledger activity
- Reconciling bank receipts and statements
- Overseeing credit control and resolving finance queries
- Preparing monthly management accounts, analysing variances, and reporting findings to senior leadership
- Producing meaningful financial analysis to support decision‑making
- Monitoring, maintaining, and forecasting cashflow
- Assisting with year‑end processes and external audits
- Supporting the preparation of annual budgets
- Producing ad‑hoc reports for management and the Board
- Improving financial procedures, processes, and controls
- Providing occasional administrative and reception support as needed
What you'll need to succeed
- AAT Level 4 (or working towards), or strong QBE experience
- At least 5 years’ experience in a finance or bookkeeping role
- Solid understanding of accounting principles and processes
- Strong systems skills, including Xero (or similar) and advanced Excel
- High attention to detail and strong accuracy levels
- Confident analytical capability, able to interpret and explain financial data
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage your own workload, prioritise effectively, and work independently
What you'll get in return
- Company pension
- Sick pay
- Additional leave entitlement
- On‑site parking
- A supportive, community‑focused working environment
- The chance to take ownership of the finance function and influence ongoing improvements
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.
Talk to Samuel Gorton, the specialist consultant managing this position
Located in Exeter, Office G20, Brook House,, Winslade Park Ave, Manor Drive,Telephone 01392348871