via Reed · 8 September 2026 ·11 days ago

Finance Officer

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
South West England Full-time GBP 27,000 – 28,000
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About the Company

A successful and growing SME with a turnover of approximately £10 million is seeking a Finance Assistant to join its friendly and supportive finance team.This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in finance, accounts administration or bookkeeping who is looking to broaden their skills and gain exposure across all areas of a busy finance function. You'll work closely with an experienced Accountant and play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records while supporting the wider business.


The Role

Reporting to the Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function and maintaining accurate financial records using Sage 200.
Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger

  • Processing supplier invoices and credit notes

  • Reconciling supplier statements

  • Assisting with weekly payment runs

  • Resolving supplier queries

Sales Ledger
  • Raising and posting customer invoices

  • Allocating customer receipts

  • Reconciling customer accounts

  • Assisting with credit control activities

Banking & Reconciliations
  • Posting bank transactions

  • Performing bank reconciliations

  • Processing employee expenses

General Finance Support
  • Maintaining accurate financial records

  • Supporting month-end processes

  • Assisting with journals and balance sheet reconciliations

  • Providing administrative support to the finance team as required


About You

Essential

  • Previous experience in a finance, accounts, bookkeeping or administrative role

  • Good attention to detail and accuracy

  • Strong organisational skills

  • Good communication skills

  • Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines

  • Competent user of Microsoft Excel and Outlook

Desirable
  • Experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting software

  • AAT qualification or currently studying AAT

  • Experience with reconciliations and journals

  • Understanding of bookkeeping principles


What's On Offer
  • Competitive salary of £27,000-£28,000

  • 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

  • Company pension scheme

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Friendly and supportive working environment


What you need to do now
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