Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant (Part-Time) Location: Hartlepool (Office-Based) The Company: This is an exciting time to join a well-established company that has recently been acquired by a large multi-national organisation, opening opportunities for significant growth and development. With a century of expertise in the metal manufacturing industry, this company is known for its innovation and strong customer relationships across multiple sectors. The acquisition brings a wealth of new resources, making this a perfect time for a motivated Finance Assistant to join the team and play a key role in their expansion. The company has a fantastic culture, with very low staff turnover, and places a strong emphasis on personal development, offering full support for finance qualifications such as AAT, ACA, or CIMA. This is more than just a typical finance role—no two days are the same. You'll have the chance to broaden your skill set by getting involved in various areas of finance while working within a supportive and dynamic environment. Salary: £30,000 (FTE) Benefits: * Comprehensive training and development opportunities * Support towards gaining accountancy qualifications (such as AAT) * Potential for career growth within a supportive and dynamic team * Employee benefits including pension schemes * On-site parking Hours of Work: This is a part-time role, requiring 24 hours per week. The hours are spread across Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Job Description: As a Finance Assistant, you will support the finance team in maintaining accurate accounting records and handling day-to-day financial tasks. This role is crucial to the smooth running of the financial operations and offers exposure to various aspects of the finance function. Key responsibilities include: * Posting daily cash receipts and managing banking transactions * Accounts receivable reconciliation and liaising with the bank * Credit control duties and preparing recharge invoices * Assisting with monthly management accounts and financial reporting * Handling accruals, prepayments, and posting journals to the general ledger * Covering payroll processing in the absence of the primary payroll officer * Engaging with both customers and suppliers to resolve finance-related queries * Supporting budget preparation and monitoring internal controls Skills & Experience: * AAT Level 3 qualified * Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook) * Previous experience in an accounts department, preferably in manufacturing * Familiarity with financial systems; experience with Epicor is a plus * Strong communication skills, both written and verbal * SAGE payroll experience is desirable but not essential Why Should You Apply? * Work within a reputable and forward-thinking company * Gain hands-on experience and support in furthering your accountancy qualifications * Contribute to the continued success of a key player in the UK manufacturing sector * Be part of a collaborative team in a role with real impact and development potential * Benefit from a part-time schedule Apply now to take the next step in your finance career