Finance Assistant – Billing & Accounts Payable

About the role

This hybrid Finance Assistant position supports a well‑established fire and security services provider. You will work across billing, accounts payable and general finance tasks while developing towards an AAT qualification.

Key responsibilities

• Process and maintain accurate billing, including recurring invoicing schedules.
• Ensure invoice submissions meet customer requirements and contractual agreements.
• Support resolution of billing queries and customer invoice disputes.
• Assist with credit control activities as required.
• Carry out bank reconciliations and support month‑end processes.
• Process expense claims in line with internal procedures.
• Maintain accurate financial records and support audit requirements.
• Process direct debit collections and related finance tasks.

Required profile

• Previous experience as a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Assistant Accountant, Accounts Administrator or in a similar role.
• Experience in billing, invoicing, reconciliations, AR/AP, credit control, month‑end processes and query handling.
• Confidence using finance systems.
• Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel or similar spreadsheet tools.

What we offer

• Competitive salary £27,000–£30,000 per year.
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme and life assurance cover.
• Health and wellbeing support, including employee assistance services.
• Regular performance and development reviews.
• Recognition schemes and team engagement initiatives.
• Ongoing professional development and internal training programmes.