Senior Finance Assistant

Company: Lloyd Recruitment – East Grinstead
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Location: East Grinstead
Job Description:

Senior Finance Assistant

Up to £40K DOE

Full time

East Grinstead

Lloyd Recruitment Services are working with a successful SME in East Grinstead who are looking for an experienced Senior Finance Assistant to join their team.

This is a hands-on role for someone who can hit the ground running, take ownership and ensure the finance function runs efficiently.

Key duties of the Senior Finance Assistant:

  • Overseeing day-to-day purchase and sales ledger
  • Processing invoices, payments and bank reconciliations
  • Managing credit control and outstanding payments
  • Supporting month-end, including accruals, prepayments and journals
  • Preparing and reviewing monthly P&L accounts
  • Liaising with the external Accountant and resolving queries
  • Taking ownership of finance tasks and ensuring deadlines are met
  • Supporting and motivating colleagues to maintain efficient workflows

We are looking for:

  • Previous accounts/finance experience, ideally at senior level
  • Xero experience – essential
  • Strong knowledge of purchase/sales ledger, reconciliations and credit control
  • Strong Excel skills, including formulas and data handling
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • Confident challenging and querying where required
  • Proactive, hands-on approach with strong ownership
  • Ability to support and motivate others

What’s on offer:

  • Salary up to £40K DOE
  • Fully office based
  • Company pension
  • Parking on site
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Fully refurbished, modern office
  • Very friendly and supportive team

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Posted: October 9th, 2026