Finance Assistant

A leading circular economy e-commerce group is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their Manchester-based team. This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting finance operations that help prevent surplus goods from going to waste, all while enjoying flexible working arrangements and generous benefits You will be part of a knowledgeable and supportive network, collaborating closely with colleagues across the business. With a competitive salary up to £35,000 per annum, 5% pension contribution, life cover, and hybrid working options, this opportunity is ideal for someone who values both professional growth and work-life balance.

As a Finance Assistant based in Manchester, you will play an integral role in supporting the finance operations of a forward-thinking e-commerce group committed to sustainability. Your day-to-day activities will involve processing purchase invoices accurately, conducting bank reconciliations, reconciling stock received against purchase orders, assisting with management accounts preparation, and undertaking various administrative tasks. Success in this role requires you to collaborate closely with colleagues across departments, communicate effectively with suppliers when discrepancies arise, and maintain meticulous attention to detail.

Specific duties:

• Process purchase invoices efficiently in accordance with the company’s approval process, ensuring accuracy and compliance at every stage.
• Conduct thorough bank reconciliations on a regular basis, maintaining dependable financial records for the business.
• Reconcile stock received against purchase orders, collaborating with suppliers to resolve any discrepancies in a considerate and polite manner.
• Assist in preparing management accounts and KPI reporting by sharing accurate data and insights with relevant stakeholders.
• Undertake various finance administrative tasks as required, offering general support to ensure smooth operation of the finance function.
• Work closely with colleagues across departments, fostering collaborative relationships that enhance overall business performance.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external partners through written and verbal channels, demonstrating sensitivity and professionalism.
• Prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a supportive team environment.

The ideal candidate for the Finance Assistant role brings proven experience in managing finance-related tasks within a collaborative setting. Your organisational abilities are complemented by strong numeracy skills that ensure accuracy throughout all financial processes. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel empowers you to handle complex data analysis for management reporting purposes.

You will have experience in the following areas:

• Your excellent organisational skills enable you to manage workloads efficiently while prioritising tasks according to deadlines.
• Your high level of numeracy ensures accuracy when processing invoices and reconciling financial records.
• Your advanced Microsoft Excel skills allow you to analyse complex data sets and present clear findings for management reporting.
• Your strong written and verbal communication skills facilitate effective collaboration with colleagues and suppliers alike.
• Your attention to detail helps maintain dependable financial records that support business objectives.
• Your ability to work collaboratively within a supportive team environment enhances communal success.
• Experience using Sage 50 Accounts or Sage 50 Payroll is desirable but not essential; willingness to learn new systems is valued.
• Experience working within the e-commerce industry is considered beneficial but not mandatory; openness to new challenges is appreciated.
• Your proactive approach enables you to identify issues early and respond sensitively when resolving discrepancies with suppliers.

This organisation stands out as a leader in circular economy e-commerce solutions, dedicated to preventing surplus goods from going to waste by partnering with manufacturers, wholesalers, and distributors. Employees enjoy flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance—spending two or three days each week collaborating face-to-face at the Leigh office while having the option for remote work on other days.

If you are enthusiastic about joining an inclusive team where your finance expertise can make a real difference—apply now!

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