Average Finance Assistant salary in the UK

Finance Assistant - Hertford Area (On-Site, Full Time - Immediate Start Required)Salary: £28,500-£30,000 depending on experienceHours: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm (on-site)Location: Hertford - own transport essentialWe're supporting a long-established, SME organisation near Hertford who urgently require a Finance Assistant to join their team. Due to workload demands, they are ideally looking for someone who can start immediately or at very short notice.This role sits within a small finance function, working closely with the Finance Manager across a broad range of day-to-day accounting and administrative responsibilities. It would suit an experienced finance administrator or a recent finance graduate with some hands-on exposure who's ready to step into a fast-paced, varied role.Key Responsibilities* Entering and uploading supplier and customer invoices into the accounting system* Maintaining accurate financial records and updating customer/supplier data* Raising purchase orders, matching and coding invoices* Carrying out credit control duties, including chasing overdue payments* Assisting with general administrative tasks and ad-hoc finance projects* Handling incoming phone calls and enquiries professionally* Providing reception cover during busy periods, breaks, or annual leavePerson Specification* Some prior finance experience or relevant finance/accounting education* Strong organisational and problem-solving skills* Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal* Competent with MS Office, especially Excel* Experience using Xero or a similar accounting package* Full driving licence and access to a car What's on Offer* Immediate start available* Competitive salary based on experience* Supportive working environment within a small, friendly team* Great opportunity to gain well-rounded finance experienceAGY - Vitae Financial RecruitmentWe Exist To Be Different - Membership NOT Registration

Finance Assistant – 3-Month FTC – Up to £30,000 Flexibility Are you an immediately available finance professional looking for your next assignment — something hands-on, varied, and genuinely enjoyable from day one? We’re recruiting a Finance Assistant to join a well-established, growing business that’s got a great team, solid processes, and a down-to-earth working culture. This is a 3-month fixed-term contract, but there’s a strong chance it’ll be extended or made permanent for the right person. This is ideal for someone who loves a bit of variety, wants to feel part of something, and is happy to get stuck into a varied finance role. What you’ll be doing: Processing invoices, payments, expenses, and reconciliations Supporting with month-end duties and general finance admin Handling queries from across the business with a helpful approach Getting involved in a range of finance tasks and supporting the wider team What we’re looking for: Experience in a finance assistant or transactional accounts role Comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment Organised, reliable, and able to manage your own workload Experience using NetSuite is highly desirable Positive, friendly, and ready to get going quickly Why apply? Join a successful, people-focused business with a great team Quick start and clear responsibilities from day one Real opportunity to make a difference and stay long-term Flexible approach to working and a genuinely enjoyable environment If you're looking for your next opportunity and want to make an immediate impact — get in touch! Apply today or contact Harry Hallam at Blusource Recruitment on for more information

I am delighted to be supporting a well known and established business in Leicester for a Finance Assistant role. This opportunity would be suitable for someone who is looking to gain varied finance experience in a busy finance function. Client Details This organisation is a well-established, medium-sized company based near central Leicester. My client can offer excellent development and progression opportunities for the successful candidate. Description The Finance Assistant's duties will include but are not limited to: Assist with Purchase Ledger duties, including; processing invoices against orders, managing delivery notes from site, managing invoices from approval, statement reconciliations and payment runsProcess sub contractor invoicesBank reconciliationsCollating data for the weekly payrollWeekly cash forecast and movement reportsAny ad hoc duties as requested Profile A successful Finance Assistant should have: A strong understanding of basic accounting principles.Prior experience working in financeExperience using financial software and Microsoft Office applications.Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.The ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.Experience in supporting accounting and finance functions. Job Offer Salary up to £26,000.Hybrid working available after training.Study support for AAT qualification.Opportunity to work in a permanent role in a reputable organisation.Career progression opportunities.