Finance Officer
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 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
