Hales Group are delighted to be recruiting for a Finance Support Assistant for our client in Lowestoft. If you are an organised, detail-oriented administrator, and want to join a company that values innovation, community, and the environment then we want to hear from you Location: Lowestoft Salary dependent on experience Contract: Full-time / Permanent Purpose of the Role: As a Finance Support Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering a wide range of Purchase Ledger duties and providing essential support to the Financial Controller in various accounting tasks. You will be part of a supportive and dynamic team, ensuring high levels of efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: Purchase Ledger Management: Accurately record and enter supplier invoices, ensuring they match Purchase Orders when applicable. Supplier Queries: Resolve discrepancies by cross-checking Purchase Ledger entries against payments made and promptly addressing any queries from internal staff or external suppliers. Invoice Processing: Input invoices into the ERP system, ensuring accurate and timely processing. Payment Chasing: Chase customer Proforma payments, ensuring timely collection. Supplier Statement Reconciliation: Reconcile supplier statements, ensuring accuracy and resolving discrepancies. Bank Payment Processing: Post bank payments and scan payment receipts, delivery notes, stock adjustment forms, and invoices. Freight Invoice Checking: Verify freight invoice details for accuracy. Credit Account Opening: Assist with opening new supplier credit accounts. Utility Management: Take meter readings for utility suppliers. Administrative Support: Frank and take the post to the drop-off point, assisting with stock-takes (spot checks on the two-bin system), and completing other tasks as needed to support the team and customers. Team Collaboration: Work alongside colleagues to contribute to a positive team environment and the overall company mission. Key Skills & Attributes Required: Professional & Personable: Friendly, approachable with a positive “can-do” attitude. Enjoys working in a team environment and always shows respect for colleagues. Detail-Oriented: High level of accuracy, attention to detail, and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment. Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to liaise with both internal teams and external suppliers. Numeracy: Strong numeracy skills and a good level of commercial awareness. Adaptability: Flexible and adaptable to changing workloads and tasks. Proactive: Able to use own initiative and approach work with a problem-solving mindset. Resilience: Demonstrates a resilient attitude, thriving under pressure while maintaining a professional approach. Relevant experience in a Purchase Ledger role. If you’re a motivated and meticulous individual with a passion for finance and excellent organisational skills, please send your CV to us We’d love to hear from you