Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant / Administrator
Stockton-on-Tees | Permanent | Competitive Salary

Wolviston Management Services are proud to be supporting our client in the search for a proactive and detail-focused Finance Assistant / Administrator to join their central finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a global business operating at the forefront of their industry, working closely with the Finance Manager and wider corporate group to ensure accuracy, compliance, and efficiency across all financial processes.
 
The Role
As a key member of a small but dynamic finance team, you'll play a pivotal role in managing day-to-day financial operations, supporting budgeting and reporting processes, and maintaining accurate records across accounts payable, receivable, and banking activities.
This is a broad and hands-on role offering excellent exposure and the opportunity for rapid career development within a supportive and collaborative environment.
 
Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process, validate, and input supplier invoices in line with company policies.
• Match invoices to purchase orders and manage non-PO approvals.
• Reconcile supplier statements and prepare payments for review.
• Resolve invoice discrepancies and maintain strong supplier relationships.

Accounts Receivable

• Raise and issue invoices in line with customer orders and company procedures.
• Maintain regular customer account reconciliations and credit control.
• Liaise with customers on billing queries, ensuring timely payments.
• Support inter-company reconciliations and financial reporting requirements.

Banking & Cashflow

• Process and reconcile daily bank transactions.
• Prepare vendor payments and ensure appropriate authorisations.
• Maintain accurate cashflow records for local and group finance teams.
• Follow anti-fraud protocols and ensure all bank records are secure and accessible.

Additional Finance & Administrative Support

• Support with audit preparation and ad-hoc finance reporting.
• Maintain import/export documentation in line with HMRC compliance.
• Provide general administrative support including mail handling, filing, and timesheet recording.

About You
You'll be an organised, methodical individual with a strong eye for detail and a proactive approach to problem-solving. This role will suit either:

• A newly qualified accountant looking to progress towards Finance Manager level, or
• An AAT-qualified finance professional seeking a stable and varied role with long-term growth opportunities.

Essential skills include:

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts administration role.
• Strong understanding of accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Competence in accounting software (e.g. Business Central) and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.