Senior Finance Assistant

Job Title: Senior Finance AssistantLocation: NewportCompany: Global Manufacturing OrganisationSalary: Up to £33,000

About Us:Yolk Recruitment is proud to be exclusively recruiting for a globally recognised manufacturing organisation with a strong reputation for excellence and innovation. We are seeking a detail-oriented and experienced Senior Finance Assistant to support our finance team in Newport. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a fast-paced environment where your contributions will be valued and rewarded.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the sales ledger, ensuring accurate invoicing and timely collections.

• Oversee the purchase ledger, processing invoices and reconciling supplier statements.

• Prepare and manage employee timesheets, ensuring accuracy and compliance with payroll deadlines.

• Assist with month-end and year-end financial reporting.

• Maintain accurate financial records and assist with audits.

• Liaise with internal departments and external stakeholders to resolve financial queries.

• Support the finance team with ad-hoc duties as required.

• Perform basic HR duties, including checking that Learning & Development (L&D) and Health & Safety (H&S) training is up to date.

Key Skills & Experience:

• Proven experience in a similar finance role, preferably within a manufacturing environment.

• Strong understanding of sales and purchase ledgers.

• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.

• Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills.

• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• AAT qualification or working towards an accounting qualification is desirable but not essential.

Benefits:

• Salary up to £33,000.

• Life Assurance

• Employee assistance program including wellbeing app.

• Free parking on all sites.

• Finish at 1pm on a Friday

• An entitlement to full pay whilst off sick for a limited number of days (in addition to statutory sick pay entitlement).

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.

• Career development opportunities within a global organisation.

If you are an experienced finance professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to be part of a dynamic and forward-thinking team!