£27K/yr to £29K/yr
Kirklees, England
Permanent, Variable

Finance Assistant

Posted by The Clever Fish Recruitment Limited.

Finance Assistant

Dewsbury

£27k to £29k depending on experience.

  • 25 days holidays plus bank holidays.
  • Holidays increasing by 1 day per year after 3 years (up to 28 days).
  • Pension: Employer contribution 5% (rising to 6% in July 2025)
  • Death in Service Benefit: 1 x annual salary
  • Company-Funded Health Plan.

Monday to Thursday 8am to 5pm (30 min unpaid lunch)

Friday 8:00am to 1:30pm

We are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant with strong payroll experience to join a small, dynamic team in Dewsbury. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to work closely with the Finance Director and Payroll Manager, supporting the financial operations of four trading companies.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assisting with payroll processing (timesheets, holiday tracking, monthly payroll) using Sage Payroll
  • Processing purchase orders and reconciling invoices
  • Supporting Sales and Purchase Ledger activities, including invoice and statement processing
  • Assisting with ad hoc financial reports and project work as required

Skills and Experience Required:

  • Payroll processing experience, ideally with Sage Payroll
  • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and Sage
  • Ability to manage time effectively, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines
  • Strong initiative and self-motivation, with the ability to work flexibly as part of a team

Personal Attributes:

  • Professional and smart appearance
  • Energy, enthusiasm, and a conscientious attitude
  • Calm, reliable, and adaptable with a confident manner

If you are ready for the next step in your finance career and meet the criteria, apply today!

Please apply online and phone Victoria Dyson for further information.

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