Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant - Hertford Area (On-Site, Full Time - Immediate Start Required)
Salary: 28,500- 30,000 depending on experience
Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (on-site)
Location: Hertford - own transport essential

We're supporting a long-established, SME organisation near Hertford who urgently require a Finance Assistant to join their team. Due to workload demands, they are ideally looking for someone who can start immediately or at very short notice.
This role sits within a small finance function, working closely with the Finance Manager across a broad range of day-to-day accounting and administrative responsibilities. It would suit an experienced finance administrator or a recent finance graduate with some hands-on exposure who's ready to step into a fast-paced, varied role.

Key Responsibilities
Entering and uploading supplier and customer invoices into the accounting system
Maintaining accurate financial records and updating customer/supplier data
Raising purchase orders, matching and coding invoices
Carrying out credit control duties, including chasing overdue payments
Assisting with general administrative tasks and ad-hoc finance projects
Handling incoming phone calls and enquiries professionally
Providing reception cover during busy periods, breaks, or annual leave

Person Specification
Some prior finance experience or relevant finance/accounting education
Strong organisational and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Competent with MS Office, especially Excel
Experience using Xero or a similar accounting package
Full driving licence and access to a car

What's on Offer
Immediate start available
Competitive salary based on experience
Supportive working environment within a small, friendly team
Great opportunity to gain well-rounded finance experience

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