Finance Officer

Location: St HelensSalary: £26,000 - £30,000 per annumHours: 35 hours per weekContract: Permanent - Hybrid We are looking for an organised and detail-focused Finance Officer to join a busy finance function in St Helens. This is a hands-on finance role, ideal for someone with experience across accounts payable, purchase ledger and banking, who is looking to take ownership of core transactional finance processes while developing their wider accounting experience. Working closely with the senior finance team, you will play an important role in ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately, suppliers are paid on time and the organisation''s financial records remain up to date. Accounts Payable and Purchase Ledger Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently. Match invoices to purchase orders and appropriate authorisations. Prepare and support regular payment runs. Maintain accurate supplier and creditor records. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve outstanding queries. Respond to supplier queries and investigate discrepancies. Banking and Cash Management Process and accurately record daily banking transactions. Complete regular bank reconciliations. Monitor incoming payments and ensure income is correctly allocated. Prepare banking reports and supporting documentation. Assist with cash management and maintaining appropriate financial controls. Month-End and Financial Support Support the finance team through the monthly month-end close. Assist with ..... full job details .....