Faith Recruitment Ltd
Finance and Purchasing Assistant
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Finance and Purchasing Assistant
Cobham
£30,000 - £35,000pa
Role Overview:
We are looking for a highly organised, numerate, and detail-oriented individual to support purchasing and accounts functions within a busy team. This role will involve assisting with procurement, managing financial transactions, and ensuring purchasing and accounting processes run efficiently. The position offers training and development opportunities across all aspects of the role.
Benefits Include:
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Training and development across all aspects of the role
- Opportunity to grow within a dynamic and creative team
- Pleasant office environment
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with procurement of goods and services, ensuring orders are accurate and timely
- Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotes and manage pricing
- Raise and track purchase orders and support accurate invoicing
- Maintain supplier databases and purchasing records
- Support accounts payable and receivable processes
- Reconcile supplier accounts and resolve discrepancies
- Assist with bank and credit card reconciliations
- Prepare and maintain financial documentation and records
- Support office management tasks including supplies and facilities coordination
- Assist with client proposals and project cost calculations (training provided)
- Provide general administrative support and respond to internal and external queries
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Experience Ideally Required for This Role:
- 2 + years’ experience in a purchasing role
- Purchase ledger and bank reconciliation experience
- Understanding of basic accounting principles and procurement processes
- Strong Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office
- Experience with Sage or Xero would be advantageous
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and within a team
- Proactive approach with good problem-solving ability
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Why Join Our Client’s Team?
You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team environment where development and growth are encouraged. The role offers variety, responsibility, and the chance to build experience across both purchasing and accounts within a positive and well-structured workplace.
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