Are you an organised and detail-oriented individual looking to develop your finance career? We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join our Finance team on a 12 month fixed term contract, providing key support across credit control, sales ledger activities, and wider finance projects during an exciting period of change and development.
This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable experience within a busy finance function, working alongside experienced colleagues and contributing to a variety of business-critical projects. Whether you already have some finance experience or are looking to build your skills in a supportive environment, we'd love to hear from you.
As a Finance Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operation of our finance function, with a particular focus on credit control and debtor management.
Key Responsibilities- Chasing outstanding debtor balances by telephone, email, and letter.
- Issuing statements and reminder communications.
- Processing and allocating customer payments.
- Taking card payments over the telephone.
- Sending copy invoices and supporting sales ledger administration.
- Maintaining accurate debtor records and account information.
- Liaising with colleagues across the business to resolve outstanding debt issues.
- Supporting purchase ledger activities as required.
- Delivering excellent service while upholding Logistics UK's core values: Excellence, Dynamism, Togetherness, and Reputation.
In addition to your day-to-day responsibilities, you will have the opportunity to support a range of wider finance initiatives, including:
- Assisting with the wind-up of a group company during 2026.
- Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities.
- Helping with financial reporting, reconciliations, and journal postings.
- Assisting with year-end audit preparation and information requests.
- Providing support across the wider finance team during peak periods and holiday cover.
Requirements
- Strong communication skills and a confident telephone manner.
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Ability to work to deadlines and manage a varied workload.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word.
- A positive and collaborative approach to work.
- Previous experience within a finance, accounts, credit control, or administration role.
- An interest in developing a career within finance.
Benefits
We value our employees and offer a wide range of benefits recognising that no two employees are the same – everyone has different preferences and needs that change over time.
- 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- Christmas Working Arrangement for extra days off during the festive period
- Health Cash Plan for all employees and Private Medical Insurance for managers
- Employee Assistance Programme and Mental Health First Aiders
- Enhanced Family Leave policy
- Flexible and remote working arrangements
- Two paid days off per year for charity or volunteering work
- Various learning and development opportunities
- Range of pension schemes
- Award scheme to recognise outstanding employees
- Life Assurance Scheme for peace of mind
Skills Required
- Strong communication skills and a confident telephone manner
- Good attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work to deadlines and manage a varied workload
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Word
- A positive and collaborative approach to work
- Previous experience within a finance, accounts, credit control, or administration role
- An interest in developing a career within finance
What We Do
We are one of the biggest business groups in the UK, representing the entire industry with members from the road, rail, sea and air industries, as well as the buyers of freight services such as retailers and manufacturers. We are not changing our focus or the critical services, support and advice we provide to our members.
