Finance Assistant

  • Brooke Harrison Recruitment
  • City, Manchester
  • Mar 29, 2026
Full time Accounting

Job Description

Location: Wilmslow (Fully Office-Based)
Salary: Up to £30,000 per annum + discretionary annual bonus
Hours: Monday to Friday, 09 30 (37.5 hours per week)

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant to join a growing and dynamic finance team based in Wilmslow. This is a hands-on position offering exposure to a broad range of finance responsibilities, working closely with senior finance staff.

You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting daily finance operations, and contributing to the production of reliable financial information.

Key Responsibilities

  • Bank reconciliations and posting daily transactions
  • Maintaining and updating loan books
  • Supporting month-end processes, including reconciliations to Sage 50
  • Preparing redemption and borrower statements
  • Assisting with monthly investor statements and quarterly reporting
  • Supporting CRM system implementation and usage
  • Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders

Requirements

  • Some experience in a finance or accounting role, or a strong interest in starting a career in finance
  • Basic understanding of accounting principles
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Confident using Microsoft Excel
  • Proactive approach with a willingness to learn
  • Positive attitude and strong work ethic

Experience within specialist lending is advantageous but not essential.

Benefits

  • 24 days holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 25 days after one year of service)
  • Discretionary annual bonus
  • Westfield Health cash plan
  • 24-hour colleague assistance programme
  • Birthday day off
  • Give Back day
  • Additional time off for key family events
  • Regular team social events
  • Office located close to Wilmslow train station

About the Company

This is a well-established and growing finance business specialising in short-term property lending across residential, semi-commercial, and commercial sectors. The company is known for its flexible and relationship-focused approach, with ambitious growth plans across the UK.