Job Description

Candidates only from Stevenage/Hitchin/Letchworth/Welwyn Garden City

15 per hour

35 hours per week

Mon-Fri 9am-4.30pm / 8:30am-4pm (30mins unpaid lunch break)

We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our team in our Stevenage office in Hertfordshire.

The ideal candidate will provide essential support within our finance office, by assisting with a variety of accounting and financial tasks.

Utilising accounting software Sage Line 50 for financial record keeping and reporting.

Your responsibilities will include:

Handling day-to-day bookkeeping activities and maintaining accurate financial records.

Processing and allocating daily bank payments and receipts.

Manage sales ledger, ensuring timely collection of outstanding debts.

Liaise with customers via phone and email to resolve any payment issues.

Monitor overdue accounts and take appropriate action, including issuing reminders, negotiating payment terms, and escalating where necessary.

Develop and maintain relationships with clients to promote the efficient collection of debts.

Request POs from customers, enter onto invoices and submit via Portals.

Manage purchase ledger, including processing supplier invoices and monthly payment runs.

Reconciling supplier and customer accounts and credit card transactions.

Assisting with the preparation of financial reports and statements

Check meter movements in the VMGR system (bespoke) for anomalies and correct them

Skills and Experience Required:

Strong numerical and analytical skills

Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage, etc.)

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks

Prior experience in a finance assistant or similar role.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:
Sage Line 50: Preferred

Intermediate Excel: 3 years (required)

Please note we are ONLY seeking candidates from Stevenage/Hitchin/Letchworth/Welwyn Garden City and the surrounding villages.

Work Location: In person

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,300.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Sage Line 50: 5 years (preferred) Intermediate Excel: 3 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: Finance Assistant