Finance Assistant

Our Welwyn Garden City based client is seeking a Finance Assistant to support both Accounts Payable and Credit Control functions. This is a varied role covering invoice processing, payment handling, credit control, and financial administration. You will work closely with the Finance team to ensure accurate, timely processing and support wider reporting and reconciliation activities across the business. Finance Assistant - Details:

• Process, record, and file supplier and distribution-related invoices.
• Manage credit control activities including cash allocation, credit checks, and debt chasing.
• Support account opening processes and credit assessments.
• Ensure accurate allocation of invoices to accounts, projects, and cost centres.
• Process incoming and outgoing payments and resolve related queries.
• Assist with financial reporting and data preparation using SAP.
• Liaise with internal teams and external partners to resolve discrepancies.
• Benefits include a bonus scheme, pension, private medical insurance, 26 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and access to a staff shop.
Finance Assistant - Responsibilities:
• Ensure timely and accurate processing of both AP and credit control transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records, reconciliations, and supporting documentation.
• Support credit management processes, including chasing overdue debts and monitoring credit limits.
• Assist with invoice processing, payment runs, and query resolution.
• Contribute to financial reporting and analysis.
• Support continuous improvement of finance processes and efficiency.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company policies.
  
  1-2 years' experience in finance/accounts within a small-medium business.
• SAP experience essential.
• Strong understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Confident user of Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
• Strong attention to detail with good analytical skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and take ownership of tasks.
• Strong communication skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Proactive, organised, and comfortable working in a structured finance environment.