Finance Assistant

Perm
Norfolk
Norwich
£30000 - £35000 per annum
Finance & Accountancy
140391

NXTGEN are pleased to be working in exclusive partnership with one of Norfolk's most prestigious businesses to recruit a Finance Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual who is currently studying AAT or has recently completed AAT, and who wants to join a business that truly values the development and progression of its people.

The Finance Assistant role sits within a high-performing finance team, in a business renowned for its progressive culture and commitment to internal growth. The success stories of individuals joining in this position and moving through the ranks are exceptional, this is a genuine opportunity to build a long-term finance career with one of the region's leading employers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Ensure accurate reflection of P&L, Balance Sheet and transactions within the accounting ERP system.
  • Maintain effective financial control and compliance in line with company policy and regulatory standards.
  • Prepare weekly journals, liaising with internal teams to ensure accuracy.
  • Capitalise assets in line with corporate guidelines and run periodic depreciation.
  • Reconcile balances and investigate variances to maintain accurate records.
  • Support period-end and year-end processes through journal preparation and year-end schedules.
  • Provide assistance to the Finance Lead and wider Finance team, including data compilation, analysis, and journal posting.
  • Review GRNI periodically and support with relevant accounting adjustments.

To be successful in this Finance Assistant role, you will be actively studying or have recently completed your AAT qualification, with a strong understanding of core financial processes such as reconciliations, journals, and goods receipts. You'll have solid IT skills, particularly in Excel, and will be confident working with data and systems. Excellent communication skills, strong attention to detail, and the ability to organise and prioritise effectively are all key. Above all, you'll be driven, eager to develop, and ready to make a real contribution as part of a collaborative and supportive finance team.

This Finance Assistant opportunity offers the perfect blend of responsibility, study support, and genuine career progression. If you're looking to join a forward-thinking employer where you can grow both personally and professionally, we'd love to hear from you.

Daniel Bacon

Senior Consultant

01603 273489

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