Finance Assistant (Maternity Cover)

Finance Assistant (Maternity Cover - FTC) - Ebbw Vale

📍 Location: Ebbw Vale (Fully Site-Based)
💰 Salary: £26,000 per annum
📅 Contract Type: Fixed-Term (Maternity Cover) - Full-Time, Monday to Friday

Are you an experienced Finance Assistant looking for a full-time opportunity in a dynamic and fast-paced environment? We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join our team in Ebbw Vale on a fixed-term contract to cover maternity leave. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a broad finance role within a supportive team.

The Role

As a Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for a variety of finance functions, including payroll, cash management, and both purchase and sales ledger duties. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Weekly analysis of the Company's time and attendance system for payroll processing.
• Processing weekly and monthly payroll using Sage 50.
• Generating payroll reports for review.
• Processing payments for wages and distributing payroll-related documents (e.g., P45s, P60s).
• Submitting weekly payroll information to HMRC (FPS/EPS submissions).

• Posting daily bank transactions to the Company's accounting system.
• Managing cash books in multiple currencies.
• Arranging bank payments and foreign currency transfers.
• Handling petty cash transactions.

• Posting purchase invoices and matching them to purchase orders and goods received.
• Preparing supplier payments and reconciling supplier statements.
• Querying discrepancies with the purchasing team and suppliers.
• Reconciling credit card expenses and maintaining an organised document filing system.

• Posting and allocating customer receipts.
• Updating sales ledger records and assisting in credit control duties.
• Distributing customer statements and pre-due invoice reminders weekly.

• Assisting with month-end processes, reconciliations, and journal entries.
• Supporting the annual audit process and responding to auditor queries.
• Performing ad hoc administrative and compliance tasks as required.

About You

We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented individual with:
✔ Experience in a finance or accounts role (preferably in payroll, accounts payable, or accounts receivable).
✔ Knowledge of Sage 50 Payroll and accounting software is an advantage.
✔ Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
✔ The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
✔ Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other finance IT systems.

What We Offer

• Full-time role - Monday to Friday, fully site-based in Ebbw Vale.
• Fixed-term contract for maternity cover.
• Competitive salary of £26,000 per annum.
• The opportunity to work in a collaborative finance team and develop your skills.