Job description

Job Summary
Our client is currently seeking a motivated, energetic, and detail-oriented Accounting and Finance Assistant to join their Finance team at Innovation House in Alton. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone looking to build a long-term career in finance, offering exposure across the full finance function.

You'll be part of a supportive environment where learning and development are encouraged, working alongside experienced colleagues to develop core skills, take ownership of responsibilities, and become a trusted team member.

Duties

* Credit Control & Cash Collection:

Assist with credit control and work closely with Customer Services to resolve queries and minimize debtor days.

* Accounts Payable & Receivable:

Provide cover and support for both AP and AR functions during team absences.

* Revenue & Reporting Tasks:

* Support customer rebate processing.

* Assist in preparation of management accounts.

* Contribute to daily cash flow updates and monitoring.

* Assist with period-end tasks including balance sheet reconciliations (e.g., fixed assets).

* Perform bank and cash book postings.

* Systems, Controls & Setup:

* Set up new suppliers and customers with correct authorization controls.

* Raise purchase orders, ensuring full compliance with approval procedures.

* Set up and support reporting in our BI tool.

* Month-End Close:

* Help ensure accurate and timely month-end reporting aligned to deadlines and task lists. Support delivery of departmental KPIs and targets.

Qualifications

* Minimum of 1 year's experience in a finance department.

* Studying towards an AAT, ACCA or CIMA qualification(support can be considered).

* Strong attention to detail, professional approach, and commitment to high standards.

* Excellent numeracy and analytical skills.

* Confident Excel user, with experience in Function's, Pivot Tables, VBA.

* Effective communicator, team player, and proactive contributor.

Working Hours: Monday to Friday (Full-time) Permanent.

Salary: £27,000 per year

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00 per year

Benefits:

* On-site parking

Schedule:

* Monday to Friday