Finance Assistant

  • Alexander Lloyd
  • Feb 26, 2026
Full time Retail

Job Description

Finance Assistant

Entry-Level Credit Control Focus Study Support

Manchester

Hybrid

25,000- 28,000 per year

Full-Time - Permanent

I'm currently working with a growing business looking to appoint a Finance Assistant to join their expanding finance team.

If you're confident, proactive, and keen to build a long-term future in finance with full study support - this could be a great next step.

  • Credit control is a key part of the role with real responsibility
  • Full AAT (or similar) study support provided
  • Hybrid working model
  • Clear progression opportunities as the finance function grows
  • Competitive benefits package including pension, enhanced parental leave, private medical, sick pay and more

The Role

  • Managing credit control activity including debtor chasing and payment follow-ups
  • Maintaining accurate debtor records and ensuring timely collections
  • Processing sales invoices and reconciling customer payments
  • Completing bank reconciliations
  • Processing purchase invoices and supporting supplier payment runs
  • Assisting with VAT preparation and day-to-day finance tasks

What We're Looking For

  • Minimum 1 year's experience in a finance-related role or a finance/accounting graduate
  • Confident communicator, comfortable speaking to customers regarding payments
  • Strong attention to detail and good Excel skills
  • Organised, proactive, and motivated to develop within finance
  • Genuine interest in building a long-term finance career