Finance Assistant

Market Harborough, Leicestershire

Salary Details: £25000.00 - 27000.00 a year

Vanilla Recruitment (UK) Ltd
Vanilla Recruitment (UK) Ltd
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We are currently seeking an immediately available Part-Time Finance Assistant to support a trade organisation based in Market Harborough and work within their small finance / office team.
This is an interesting and varied role and presents a wonderful opportunity to join an enterprising, cohesive, and supportive team, with the joint vision of driving forward the continued growth and success of the company giving their industry a voice.
This role can take on more responsibilities as the role grows and develops.

  • £27,000 pro-rata
  • Working hours 25 hours per week
  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
  • Hybrid working
  • Pension 8% employer
  • On-site car park
  • Accountancy study support for the right candidate after the probationary period (AAT / CIMA)


Duties and responsibilities:

  • Raising of invoices in Xero for membership subscriptions, events, advertising, and training
  • Allocation of receipts from the bank to Xero
  • Completion of credit control by email and telephone
  • Processing of supplier invoices onto Xero
  • Updating of supplier and client information on Xero
  • Completion of weekly payment runs for authorisation
  • Allocation of receipts onto client accounts
  • Provide support for quarterly and annual reporting, budgeting, and re-forecast processes; to help ensure accurate management accountancy reports are readily available
  • Assist the admin team with the annual membership renewal process
  • Contribute to ad hoc project-based activities, such as attending events, to support the company's wider work


Skills and experience required:

  • Previous experience of working in a finance role within an office environment
  • Currently studying AAT required with a minimum of Level 3
  • Good working knowledge of Xero Accountancy software is essential along with a basic understanding of Excel
  • Analytical and numerate, with attention to detail and a passion for accuracy
  • A methodical, organised, and flexible approach to work
  • Excellent communication skills and clear telephone manner
  • A positive and friendly person who can work well within a busy office
Date Posted: 16 May 2025
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