Finance Assistant | South Kent (Office Based) | Paying up to £32k DOE

Cobb & Jones are exclusively partnering with a well-established organisation to recruit a Finance Assistant to join their friendly finance team. This is a varied role offering exposure across all aspects of transactional finance, payroll support, reconciliations, reporting, and business analysis.

This opportunity would suit someone with previous experience in a finance role who enjoys working with numbers, has strong attention to detail, and is looking to develop their accounting knowledge within a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the day-to-day accounting function, including sales and purchase ledger activities.
• Processing supplier invoices and payments.
• Raising sales invoices and managing credit control activities.
• Taking ownership of aged debtor reporting and collections.
• Performing bank, petty cash, and balance sheet reconciliations.
• Assisting with payroll administration and pension processing.
• Monitoring expenditure and producing financial analysis to support operational decision-making.
• Managing purchase orders and ensuring accurate financial records.
• Maintaining financial data across accounting systems.
• Assisting with month-end processes and reporting requirements.

About You

• Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Bookkeeper, or similar finance position.
• Knowledge of accounting software such as Xero, Sage, or equivalent.
• Experience supporting payroll processes would be advantageous.
• Strong Excel skills and confidence working with large volumes of financial data.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• A proactive and problem-solving approach.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Trustworthy and professional when handling confidential information.

Requirements

• Minimum of three years' experience within a finance-related role.
• AAT Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, or equivalent experience.
• Understanding of core accounting principles.
• GCSE Maths and English or equivalent desirable.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a stable and growing organisation.
• Broad and varied finance role with responsibility across multiple areas.
• Supportive team environment.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

For more information on this Finance Assistant position, please apply today or contact Cobb & Jones Recruitment for a confidential discussion.