Finance Assistant
Huntress · Hertford, East of England
Finance Assistant at Huntress, based in Hertford, East of England, paying £32,000 - £35,000 per annum. This is a permanent role.
- Salary
- £32,000 - £35,000 per annum
- Location
- Hertford, East of England
- Contract
- Permanent
- Posted
- 20 hours ago
- Closes
- 16 Nov 2026
- Sector
- Payroll
19% below the typical rate for payroll
Reference af191026
About the role
Finance Assistant
Central Hertford
£32,000 - £35,000
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (1 hour lunch)
Our client are seeking a Finance Assistant to join it's team in Hertford. This is a varied role offering exposure across finance, payroll, VAT and administration. Alongside full training, you will be offered long term opportunities for career development, plus a modern office in a great location.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing new customer accounts, pro-forma invoices and project invoicing.
* Handling customer account queries and supporting sales ledger activities.
* Assisting with quarterly and overseas VAT administration.
* Maintaining digital finance records and managing petty cash.
* Processing employee expenses, including credit card and mileage claims.
* Supporting the implementation of an expenses management system.
* Assisting with National Statistics returns and general finance administration.
* Setting up new starters and processing monthly payroll using Sage 50.
* Managing pension contributions, enrolments and employee queries.
* Maintaining accurate and confidential payroll and pension records.
Candidate requirements:
* Ideally you will be working towards AAT, although full training is provided
* Confident using Sage 50 Accounts and Microsoft Excel
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Good communication skills and able to manage a varied workload
* Comfortable working as part of a small, supportive team
Benefits:
* Private health insurance after qualifying period
* Auto-enrolment pension
* Death in Service cover
* Annual bonus scheme
* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
* Genuine opportunities for career progression
Please note: There is no on-site parking, although public car parks and on-street parking are available very nearby.
If you're looking for a broad Finance Assistant role where you can develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility, click apply today!
Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.
Central Hertford
£32,000 - £35,000
Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm (1 hour lunch)
Our client are seeking a Finance Assistant to join it's team in Hertford. This is a varied role offering exposure across finance, payroll, VAT and administration. Alongside full training, you will be offered long term opportunities for career development, plus a modern office in a great location.
You will be responsible for:
* Managing new customer accounts, pro-forma invoices and project invoicing.
* Handling customer account queries and supporting sales ledger activities.
* Assisting with quarterly and overseas VAT administration.
* Maintaining digital finance records and managing petty cash.
* Processing employee expenses, including credit card and mileage claims.
* Supporting the implementation of an expenses management system.
* Assisting with National Statistics returns and general finance administration.
* Setting up new starters and processing monthly payroll using Sage 50.
* Managing pension contributions, enrolments and employee queries.
* Maintaining accurate and confidential payroll and pension records.
Candidate requirements:
* Ideally you will be working towards AAT, although full training is provided
* Confident using Sage 50 Accounts and Microsoft Excel
* Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
* Good communication skills and able to manage a varied workload
* Comfortable working as part of a small, supportive team
Benefits:
* Private health insurance after qualifying period
* Auto-enrolment pension
* Death in Service cover
* Annual bonus scheme
* 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
* Genuine opportunities for career progression
Please note: There is no on-site parking, although public car parks and on-street parking are available very nearby.
If you're looking for a broad Finance Assistant role where you can develop your skills and take on increasing responsibility, click apply today!
Huntress does not discriminate on the grounds of age, race, gender, disability, creed or sexual orientation and complies with all relevant UK legislation. PLEASE NOTE! You should make yourself aware of how immigration laws apply to your situation before applying for any jobs. We are acting as a Recruitment Business in relation to this role.
Reference: af191026 · Posted 20 hours ago · Closes 16 Nov 2026 · Listed via Huntress
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