Office-Based Role Full-time, 37.5 hours per week Salary: £24,000 - £25,500 Holiday Entitlement: 25 days per annum plus Bank Holidays Astute Recruitment is partnering with a fantastic Ripley-based company seeking to hire a Junior Finance Assistant. This role is ideal for someone with a background in office administration or finance who is looking to join a stable business with ongoing support from an experienced Financial Controller. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the preparation of accurate and timely monthly Management Accounts Ensure all financial transactions are accurately recorded within the accounting system Assist the Accounts Assistant with matching purchase invoices to delivery notes and purchase orders Obtain managerial authorisation for purchase invoices Reconcile supplier statements Allocate customer payments Chase overdue debts to maintain healthy cash flow Upload monthly financial data to the Credit Insurance portal Manage credit insurance limits to mitigate financial risk Maintain and post cashbook transactions Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure financial accuracy Key Skills & Requirements: Strong IT skills, particularly Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Previous experience using Microsoft D365 or Dynamics AX is desirable Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing Strong communication skills, both written and verbal Ability to work efficiently and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment