Finance Assistant
Location: Stirling Head Office
Hours: 9:00 AM 5:00 PM, Monday to Friday
About Us
WoodWinters is a multi-award-winning independent retailer, wholesaler, and importer of fine wines, known for introducing exciting wines from around the world to the UK market. With our headquarters in Stirling and a growing London presence, we are fast becoming a leading player in the industry.
We are looking for a Finance Assistant to support our growing Finance Team. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented and motivated individual looking to develop a career in finance within the wine and drinks industry. Full training will be provided, with excellent opportunities for growth within our expanding company.
Key Responsibilities
As a Finance Assistant, you will be responsible for:
- Sales & Purchase Ledger: Processing supplier invoices, matching purchase orders, and reconciling supplier statements.
- Customer Accounts: Assisting with credit control, including sending statements, following up on outstanding payments, and handling account queries.
- Bank Reconciliation: Processing payments, reconciling transactions, and ensuring accurate financial records.
- Expense Management: Assisting in processing employee expenses and company credit card reconciliations.
- General Finance Administration: Supporting the Finance Team with data entry, filing, and reporting tasks.
- Assisting Month-End Processes: Supporting with journal entries, accruals, and financial reporting as required.
Who We are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have:
- A strong numerical mindset and keen attention to detail.
- Confidence using computer systems, with experience in Microsoft Excel and finance software (e.g., Xero, Sage, or similar) being advantageous.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to work efficiently within deadlines.
- Good communication skills for liaising with customers, suppliers, and internal teams.
- A proactive and problem-solving approach to tasks.
- Prior experience in finance, accounts administration, or bookkeeping is desirable.
- An interest in the wine industry is a plus, but not required.
What We Offer
- Competitive Salary:
- Career Growth: A fantastic opportunity to develop a finance career in a growing company.
- Training & Development: Full support and training, with opportunities to gain finance and industry-specific knowledge.
- Staff pension scheme
- Staff discounts on a fantastic range of wines
This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-growing and dynamic company, working in an engaging industry with strong career progression potential. If you are eager to develop your skills in finance while being part of an exciting business, we’d love to hear from you.
How to Apply:
To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your interest in the role and relevant skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £26,228.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Employee discount
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
