Finance Assistant
| Posting date: | 20 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £30,000.0 to £35,000.0 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £30,000 - £35,000 |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 19 February 2026 |
| Location: | Bicester, Oxfordshire, OX26 2UA |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 4762998_1768918315 |
Summary
Your new company
We are delighted to be exclusively partnering with a well‑established and growing Bicester-based organisation to recruit a motivated Finance Assistant. In this role, you will work closely with the Finance Manager and wider finance team, supporting key financial processes and contributing to the smooth running of a busy department.
This position offers an excellent pathway for someone looking to develop their skills and progress their finance career within a supportive and forward‑thinking environment.
Your new role
- Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and payment runs
- Maintain accurate financial records and update accounting systems
- Carry out bank reconciliations and investigate discrepancies
- Review and process employee expenses in line with company policy
- Assist with month‑end and year‑end tasks, including journals and reports
- Prepare basic financial reports such as aged debtors/creditors
- Communicate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries
What you'll need to succeed
- Driven, organised, and eager to develop your finance career
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy
- Confident using Excel and financial systems
- Experience in a finance role
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
What you'll get in return
- Office-based (working from if needed)
- Working hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm
- Career development opportunities
- 33 Annual leave
- Pension 8% employers
- Free parking
- Christmas party & staff events
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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