Finance Officer

Description

Location: Bedford

Salary: £35,000 per annum

Employment Type: Full-time, Permanent

About the Company

Our client is a well-established, family-owned business specialising in the manufacture and supply of high-quality commercial equipment across the UK and Europe. The company prides itself on its long-standing reputation, operational excellence, and strong values of teamwork and integrity.

The Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Officer/Adminstrastor to support the day-to-day financial operations within a busy finance department. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, assisting with month-end processes, and ensuring efficient financial controls are in place.

Key Responsibilities

Process supplier invoices, payments, and staff expenses accurately and on time.

Manage sales ledger, issue customer invoices, and assist with credit control activities.

Perform regular bank reconciliations and maintain accurate cashbook records.

Support month-end procedures including accruals, prepayments, and journal postings.

Assist in preparing management accounts and ad-hoc financial reports.

Reconcile balance sheet accounts and investigate variances.

Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve finance queries.

Support audit preparation and compliance with company financial policies.

Contribute to process improvement initiatives within the finance function.

About You

AAT qualified (Level 3 or above) or equivalent experience in a finance environment.

Proven experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger duties.

Strong understanding of month-end routines and financial controls.

Confident with Excel and experience using accounting systems (e.g. Sage, Xero, or Business Central).

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in financial processing.

Strong communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.

Proactive, organised, and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Benefits

Competitive salary of £35,000

On-site parking

Supportive and friendly working environment

Opportunities for professional development and career progression

Ad ID: 5417275687