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We are looking to recruit a detail-focused and proactive Finance Assistant to join a successful and growing business based in Loughborough. This is a permanent, full-time opportunity offering varied exposure across core finance functions in a collaborative and supportive team environment. Salary: £24,000 - £28,000 per annumEmployment Type: PermanentWorking Arrangement: Office-based (1 day working from home after probation) This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, has a solid grounding in transactional finance, and is looking to develop their knowledge across the full finance cycle. Key Responsibilities: Manage and process purchase ledger: matching, batching, coding, and posting supplier invoices Raise sales ledger invoices and allocate incoming payments Reconcile supplier statements, resolve invoice queries, and maintain accurate records Assist in preparing and submitting CIS returns, ensuring compliance with HMRC requirements Collate and process weekly and monthly payroll data, including timesheets Prepare payment runs and manage associated queries with internal teams and external suppliers Support in the preparation of VAT returns and month-end reporting tasks Maintain up-to-date financial records and support audits when required Provide ad hoc support across the finance team as needed About You: Experience in a similar finance assistant, accounts assistant, or transactional finance role Confident managing both purchase and sales ledger processes Exposure to payroll or