Finance Assistant
Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Elevation Accountancy & Finance are working on an exciting new opportunity for candidates looking to build a strong foundation in finance and gain hands-on experience across a broad range of responsibilities. We’re offering a rare opportunity to work closely with an experienced Finance Director who is passionate about developing talent and sharing knowledge.

You'll get exposure to everything from day-to-day transactions to high-level financial planning and projects.

No aspect of the Finance department is “off the table” – if you can prove you're capable enough, you’ll get exposure to all aspects of management accounts, forecasting, preparation of board packs, and everything in-between.

What kind of person are we looking for?

• A sharp eye for detail and a head for numbers
• Comfortable navigating spreadsheets and software systems
• Proactive, eager to learn, and ready to roll up your sleeves and help out wherever needed
• You may not have loads of experience yet – and that’s okay! What matters most is your attitude, willingness to learn, and drive to develop your skills

Key Responsibilities:

Sales Admin & Credit Control

• Assisting with customer onboarding processes (including filling out supplier forms/questionnaires)
• Creating and sending customer invoices accurately and on time
• Following up on outstanding payments in a friendly but effective way

Purchase Ledger

• Entering supplier invoices into the system with accuracy and speed
• Helping to prepare supplier payments
• Daily bank reconciliations

Management Accounts & Business Support

• Gradually becoming involved in preparing journals, reconciling balance sheet accounts, and producing management reports
• Assisting with forecasting and budgeting activities
• Working alongside other departments to help finance play a key role in business growth

Projects

• Getting involved in exciting upcoming projects, including the rollout of a new ERP system (planned within the next 12 months), which will be a collaborative effort between finance and operations

What's On Offer:

• Study Support (with no contract tie-in)
• 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays
• 5% Pension Scheme
• Development & Promotion Opportunities