Finance Assistant

Alexander Daniels are recruiting for a Finance Administrator to support a fast paced business based in Wolverhampton. In this role you will support the day‑to‑day operations of the finance department, ensuring accurate processing, strong financial controls, and timely administrative support. The role is central to maintaining smooth financial workflows, supporting month‑end processes, and providing reliable information to internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities
* Processing purchase invoices, sales invoices and credit notes with a high level of accuracy.
* Maintaining supplier and customer records, ensuring all information is up to date.
* Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice or payment discrepancies.
* Assisting with payment runs, including preparing remittances and ensuring approvals are in place.
* Supporting credit control activities such as issuing statements and following up on outstanding payments.
* Assisting with bank reconciliations and monitoring daily cash movements.
* Preparing and maintaining financial reports, spreadsheets, and documentation.
* Supporting month‑end and year‑end processes, including accruals, journals, and data collation.
* Responding to internal and external finance queries in a timely and professional manner.
* General administrative duties such as filing, scanning, and maintaining organised financial records.

Skills and Experience
* Experience in a finance, accounts, or administrative role.
* Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
* Proficiency with accounting software (e.g., Sage, Xero, QuickBooks) and Microsoft Excel.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry.
* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise workload.
* Good communication skills and confidence dealing with suppliers, customers, and colleagues.
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* A proactive approach to problem‑solving and process improvement.