Finance Ledger Associate

Department: Finance Operations

Reports to: Finance Operations Manager

Location: UK (South West)

Level: Entry to Early Career

Role Overview

This role sits within the Finance Operations function and supports core accounting processes, including transaction processing, reconciliations, and financial reporting. The position offers exposure to a broad range of finance activities and is well suited to someone looking to develop a career in accounting or finance.

Key Responsibilities

• Process and analyse transactions across Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
• Manage bank transactions and resolve related issues
• Perform weekly and period-end reconciliations for key ledger and bank accounts
• Maintain and support a Time & Materials (timesheet) system
• Monitor data integrity within financial systems and assist in developing reporting processes
• Reconcile corporate card expenses using an expense management system
• Support month-end and quarter-end reporting activities
• Assist with internal and external audit processes
• Produce reports from various financial systems
• Contribute to continuous improvement of finance processes and reporting
• Support ad-hoc finance projects and tasks
• Provide cover for team members as required

Skills & Experience

• Strong Microsoft Office skills (particularly Excel)
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Proactive approach with a willingness to take ownership of tasks
• Comfortable working with financial data and systems
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively
• Willingness to learn and develop within a finance function

Qualifications & Knowledge

• AAT (or equivalent finance qualification) desirable
• Basic understanding of accounting principles and financial controls
• Interest in developing knowledge in management accounting

Additional Information

• Opportunity for progression within finance
• Exposure to a variety of financial systems and processes
• Collaborative team environment