Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant
Location: Dudley, DY1 4DA
Salary: Competitive
Contract: Full time, permanent – 40 hours per week, although would consider applications with condensed hours or part time working
Hayley 24/7 Engineering Services Ltd are now recruiting!
We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Finance assistant to join our dynamic finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their career in finance within a supportive and fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Supporting the day-to-day operations of the accounting function across multiple branches
* Acting as a key liaison for customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders
* Applying core accounting principles including accruals, prepayments, and revenue recognition
* Reconciling nominal accounts and preparing VAT, PAYE, and other statutory returns
* Carrying out nominal analysis for management information and tax compliance
* Assisting with month-end close and reporting activities
* Supporting internal and external audit processes
* Providing ad-hoc support to the purchase and sales ledger teams
* Taking on additional finance projects and responsibilities as the team continues to grow
Requirements:
* AAT Level 3 qualified (minimum) or AAT Level 4 part-qualified (or equivalent)
* Recent experience in a similar finance role
* Strong understanding of accounting principles and statutory requirements
* Confident user of SAGE and Microsoft Excel, with strong data manipulation skills
* Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
* Analytical mindset with great attention to detail
* Ability to work to tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment
* A proactive self-starter who’s eager to learn, adapt, and make an impact
What We Offer:
* Be part of a successful, growing engineering group backed by a large multi-national organisation
* Join a supportive team that values accuracy, collaboration, and professional development
* Enjoy opportunities to grow your career in finance, with exposure to a broad range of accounting functions
* Work in an environment where your ideas and contributions really matter
Benefits:
* Pension
* 24 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Life Assurance
* Cash health care scheme – Paycare
* Birthday Vouchers
* EAP (Employee Assistant Programme)
* Bike2Work Scheme
If you feel you have the skills and experience to be successful in this role then click on “APPLY” today!
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