Finance Assistant

  • Forrest Recruitment
  • Trafford Park, Manchester
  • Dec 10, 2025
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Finance Assistant, Salford Based.


£30,000 + Excellent Benefits
Free parking, annual bonus scheme, 25 days holiday + bank holidays, pension scheme, healthcare package, death in service etc

Join a well-established, forward-thinking organisation that is a recognised leader in its field and supports a diverse range of sectors. You will be part of a friendly, collaborative finance team, working closely with the Finance Manager and two Management Accountants.

Role Overview

We are seeking a proactive and detail-orientated Finance Assistant to support day-to-day finance operations across the group. This is a varied role offering broad exposure across purchase ledger, sales ledger, credit control and general accounts administration.

Finance Assistant Responsibilities:

  • Overseeing the purchase ledgers, including processing supplier invoices for several smaller companies within the group
  • Completing bank reconciliations
  • Handling the sales ledger, including preparing and issuing client invoices
  • Conducting payment on account reconciliation checks
  • Supporting credit control, including light chasing of overdue payments and issuing reminders
  • Assisting with audit preparation by compiling documentation and files required for external auditors
  • Using Sage 200 daily
  • Processing employee expenses
  • Providing general administrative support across the finance function

Finance Assistant Desirables:

  • A stable career history and solid experience working as a Finance Assitant, confident in Purchase Ledger, Sales Ledger, and Credit Control
  • Working knowledge of Sage 200
  • Strong communication skills and a confident, hands-on approach
  • A reliable, steady work style and the desire to contribute effectively at this level

To secure an interview, apply today!