Corston Architectural Detail
Group Finance Assistant
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Department: Finance
Location: Kingsway, UK
Compensation: £30,000 - £32,000 / year
Description
About Corston
Corston is a fast-growing, design-led business with operations across the UK, Europe, and the US. As we continue to expand, we're looking for talented individuals to join our Finance team and support the next stage of our growth.
About the Role
The Group Finance Assistant will play a key role in supporting the financial operations across our showroom entities. This role will focus on maintaining accurate financial records, processing payments, reconciling accounts, and assisting with the preparation of financial reports. The successful candidate will also provide vital administrative support to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day finance activities.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Expenses
- Manage accounts payable for all showroom entities, including invoice entry, coding, and supplier reconciliations.
- Process staff expense claims and ensure compliance with company policies.
- Prepare and process payroll payments for showroom staff, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
- Liaise with vendors and suppliers to resolve invoice or payment queries promptly.
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Bank & Financial Reporting
- Perform bank reconciliations for showroom entities on a regular basis.
- Support the preparation of monthly financial statements, including balance sheets, income statements, and cash flow reports.
- Assist with journal entries, accruals, and prepayments as part of month-end and year-end closing processes.
- Maintain and update financial records and ledgers accurately and efficiently.
Administrative & Team Support
- Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including answering emails, filing documents, and maintaining records.
- Assist with correspondence and communication between internal teams, clients, and external partners.
- Support audit preparation and respond to ad hoc financial queries as required.
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial systems and processes across the group.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
- Study support available for the right candidate.
- 1–2 years of experience in a finance, accounts, or bookkeeping role preferred.
- Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and organisational skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., NetSuite, or similar).
- Excellent communication skills with a professional and approachable manner.
- Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Working towards AAT qualification desirable.
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Additional Requirements
- A proactive and positive attitude, with a willingness to learn and develop within the role.
- A genuine interest in finance, accounting, and contributing to the success of a creative and design-focused company.
Benefits
- Competitive salary (£30,000-£32,000 DOE)
- Annual company bonus
- Annual salary review
- Study support towards AAT qualifications
- 4% employer pension contribution (5% employee contribution)
- 4 x salary Death in Service benefit
- Free onsite gym
- Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple entities within a growing international business
- Ongoing learning and development opportunities
- Collaborative and supportive working environment
- Staff discount on Corston products
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