Finance Officer

  • Morgan McKinley (Milton Keynes)
  • Oct 16, 2025
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Location: Bedford

Salary: 35,000 per annum
Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent



About the Company

Our client is a well-established, family-owned business specialising in the manufacture and supply of high-quality commercial equipment across the UK and Europe. The company prides itself on its long-standing reputation, operational excellence, and strong values of teamwork and integrity.



The Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer/Adminstrastor to support the day-to-day financial operations within a busy finance department. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring efficient financial controls are in place.



Key Responsibilities

  • Process supplier invoices, payments, and staff expenses accurately and on time.

  • Manage sales ledger, issue customer invoices, and assist with credit control activities.

  • Perform regular bank reconciliations and maintain accurate cashbook records.

  • Support month-end procedures including accruals, prepayments, and journal postings.

  • Assist in preparing management accounts and ad-hoc financial reports.

  • Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.

  • Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve finance queries.

  • Support audit preparation and compliance with company financial policies.

  • Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance function.



About You

  • AAT qualified (Level 3 or above) or equivalent experience in a finance environment.

  • Proven experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger duties.

  • Strong understanding of month-end routines and financial controls.

  • Confident with Excel and experience using accounting systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, or Business Central).

  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing.

  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

  • Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.



Benefits

  • Competitive salary of 35,000

  • On-site parking

  • Supportive and friendly working environment

  • Opportunities for professional development and career progression