Finance Assistant

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Chester, Cheshire, England, GBR
In-Office
25K-26K Annually
Junior
Professional Services • Security
The Role
Supports the finance and accounts functions by processing invoices, purchase orders, supplier payments, bank transactions, ledgers, receipts, and customer and supplier account setup. The role also manages finance correspondence, invoice queries, statements, and departmental administration. Strong organization, attention to detail, IT proficiency, and finance experience are required. Professional development toward an AAT qualification is provided.
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Job Role: Finance Assistant

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 09:00 - 17:00 - 35 hours per week

Salary: £24,546.32-£26,188.82, dependant on experience

Location: Carlton House, Chester Business Park, Chester, CH4 9QE

Overview

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant to join our Anchor Group Services’ Finance team at our Head Quarters in Chester Business Park! The successful applicant will play a key role in supporting our Accounts functions.

This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your career in Finance and join a highly motivated team. Further professional development training will be provided leading to the achievement of an AAT qualification.

Responsibilities include:

  • Coding and Inputting Invoices into Sage through Yooz
  • Overseeing and Maintaining Purchase Ledgers
  • Generating Sale Invoices
  • Verifying Bank Transactions
  • Managing Accounts Inbox
  • Establishing New Customer and Supplier Accounts
  • Recording Bank Receipts and Payments
  • Processing Supplier Payments
  • Verifying Supplier Statements
  • Handling Finance Correspondence
  • Assisting in Office and Finance Department Operations
  • PO Processing
  • Supplier Invoice Queries

Requirements
  • Level 2 AAT qualified or equivalent.
  • At least 2 years finance experience or equivalent.
  • Proficiency in various finance tasks, including bank transactions, and nominal ledger reconciliations.
  • Excellent organisational skills with an ability to multi-task and prioritise own workload.
  • Good attention to detail and ability to keep accurate records.
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Access.
  • Excellent written English, strong email communication skills.
  • Calm and resourceful with the ability to respond effectively and positively to pressure.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, demanding, and ever-changing environment.
  • Team player with a professional, flexible, and positive approach to work.

Benefits
  • Access to a range of nationally recognised courses to help further your career, via the Anchor Academy.
  • Auto Enrolment Pension.
  • Stream – access to pay as you earn it.
  • Cycle to Work Scheme Available.
  • Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling.
  • Hospital Saturday Fund.
  • Reward and Recognition awards.
  • On-site Free Parking.

What’s Next?

If you would like to be considered for this position, APPLY NOW and we will be in touch.

Other companies may call this role: Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Finance Administrator, Accounts Administrator, Purchase Ledger Assistant, Finance Officer, Accounts Payable Assistant, Accounting Assistant, Finance Coordinator, or Finance & Payroll Assistant.

Within commuting distance of: Chester, Liverpool, Warrington, Wrexham, Crewe, Northwich, Widnes, Runcorn, St Helens, Birkenhead, Ellesmere Port, Mold, Flint, Deeside, Connah's Quay, Queensferry, Hawarden, Buckley, Neston, Heswall, Bromborough, Frodsham, Helsby, Rossett, Gresford, Ruabon, Whitchurch, Oswestry, Shrewsbury, and surrounding areas

Skills Required

  • Level 2 AAT qualification or equivalent
  • At least 2 years of finance experience or equivalent
  • Experience with bank transactions and nominal ledger reconciliations
  • Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize workload
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
  • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Access
  • Excellent written English and strong email communication skills
  • Ability to respond effectively and positively under pressure
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced, demanding, and changing environment
  • Team-oriented, professional, flexible, and positive approach to work
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The Company
1,400 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Anchor Group Services is a UK provider of integrated facilities and outsourced business support services. It combines security guarding, CCTV monitoring, key holding and mobile patrols with commercial cleaning, property maintenance, car park management, waste and environmental solutions, washroom services, fire teams and concierge support. The company tailors one-off services, consultancy contracts or total support solutions to customer needs across sectors nationwide.

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