The Finance Assistant supports the Finance Manager and wider finance team in the day-to-day financial operations of the business with a primary focus on core transactional responsibilities, the role offers the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, reduce manual activities, and support a more efficient and value-driven finance function.

This is a hands-on role suited to someone who is not only detail-oriented but also proactive, with the confidence to challenge existing processes and suggest practical improvements.

Requirements

Accounts Payable

·       Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner

·       Match invoices to purchase orders and resolve any discrepancies

·       Manage supplier queries and maintain strong working relationships

·       Prepare and process payment runs in line with company policies

·       Ensure proper coding of invoices in the finance system

Month-End & Financial support

·       Assist with month-end close activities, including posting journals such as accruals and prepayments

·       Support balance sheet reconciliations and investigate variances

·       Help maintain accurate financial records and audit trails

·       Assist in preparing basic financial reports where required

Financial Reporting & Compliance

·       Assist with month-end and year-end closing processes, ensuring all financial data is accurate and complete.

·       Assist with maintaining general ledger and delivering accurate and timely financial statements in accordance with accounting standards and regulatory requirements.

·       Assist with performing balance sheet reconciliations to ensure the accuracy and completeness of financial data.

·       Assist with maintaining tax sensitive nominal accounts and preparing corporate tax returns packs

·       Assist with cash reconciliations, cashflow and interest payments

Systems & process Improvement

·       Work with finance system improvement manager to drive automation where possible to reduce manual intervention.

·       Identify opportunities to improve existing finance processes, particularly reducing manual tasks

·       Support the implementation of new systems, controls, or ways of working

·       Contribute ideas to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and reporting

·       Work collaboratively with the wider finance team to drive continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunities for training and career development.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• 24 Days Annual Leave.
• Life Assurance.
• Generous Employer Pension Contribution
• The chance to work within one of the UK's leading agricultural businesses using modern technology and farming practices.