- Cwmbran, Office-Based, Parking Available
- Permanent, Full Time
- Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm (flexibility to work 8am-4pm / 8.30am-4.30pm on a rota basis)
- Salary circa £28,000 - £30,000 per Annum, Depending on Experience
Comprehensive Benefits Package including:
- 24 Days Annual Leave, increasing with length of service + 8 Bank Holidays
- Potential Annual Bonus, subject to business performance
- Generous employee discount across an elite brand portfolio
- Dynamic and creative team culture
- Ongoing training and development opportunities
- Company pension scheme
The Company:
A leading sport, outdoor and lifestyle agency representing an impressive portfolio of globally recognised brands. Through a fully integrated approach spanning sales, marketing, PR, retail activation and distribution, they help international brands build meaningful market presence and drive sustainable growth across the UK and Ireland. Having established a strong reputation as a trusted partner and one of the UK's foremost multi-category brand and distribution specialists, they continue to invest in their people, partnerships and capabilities while pursuing ambitious growth plans.
The Culture:
The business is built around a team of passionate, knowledgeable and highly collaborative people who genuinely care about the brands they represent. It's an environment where ideas are welcomed, initiative is encouraged and employees are empowered to make improvements that drive the business forward. As the company continues to grow, it remains committed to the values that have underpinned its success: integrity, dedication, synergy, agility, passion and pride.
The Role:
As Finance Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy accpuonts function within a growing business. Working closely with the Financial Controller and wider team, you’ll take full accountability for all aspects of purchase ledger, whilst ensuring that financial information is processed accurately, efficiently and on time.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with finance administration and purchase ledger experience who enjoys working with numbers, thrives on organisation and accuracy, and is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and fast-paced business environment. You'll gain exposure to a variety of finance processes while contributing to the success of a portfolio of globally recognised brands.
We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys solving problems, has a proactive mindset and is eager to learn. In return, you'll join a collaborative team with genuine opportunities to develop your skills and grow alongside the business.
Responsibilities:
- Accurately process supplier invoices, expenses and financial transactions using Sage 50.
- Manage customer self-billing processes and submit documentation through customer portals.
- Process supplier stock invoices and maintain organised, accurate financial records and documentation.
- Support monthly account reconciliation activities to ensure financial data remains accurate and up to date.
- Assist with monthly ERP system reconciliation and reporting processes.
- Help maintain efficient finance procedures and contribute to the smooth running of the finance department.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business to resolve finance-related queries.
- Support the Financial Controller and management team with a range of finance administration and ad hoc duties as required.
- Identify opportunities to improve processes and contribute to the continuous development of the finance function.
Skills, Experience & Qualifications:
- Previous experience working within an accounts office environment.
- A minimum of one year's finance-related experience.
- Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when handling financial information.
- Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
- Good communication skills and the confidence to work effectively with colleagues and external contacts.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- The ability to prioritise workload and remain effective in a fast-paced environment.
- A proactive, positive and professional approach to work.
- A willingness to learn, develop new skills and build a long-term career within finance.
- Experience using finance systems such as Sage 50 would be advantageous.
- The ability to reliably commute to, or relocate to, the Cwmbran area for this office-based position.
Interview Process:
Aspire Recruitment Services Ltd. is acting as an Employment Agency in respect to this vacancy.
- To apply, please submit your CV in the first instance.
- Candidates shortlisted by Aspire Recruitment Services, will be invited to have a confidential discussion to explore your skills, experience and to assess mutual alignment with the opportunity.
- Candidates shortlisted by the Employer will be invited to attend a two-stage interview; the first conducted remotely and the second stage in-person.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Reasonable adjustments can be made at any stage, to ensure candidates are fully supported throughout interviews and onboarding. As the Employment Agency, Aspire Recruitment Services encourages an open conversation about how we can best facilitate your participation.