Finance Assistant
Part-Time | Permanent | South Yorkshire | £12.86-£13.00 per hour (DOE)
About Lime Tree Nurseries
Lime Tree Nurseries is a family-run nursery group providing high-quality care and education across South Yorkshire and North Nottinghamshire.
We are looking for an organised, reliable and detail-focused Finance Assistant to join our growing finance team and provide support across our group of businesses.
The Role
Working closely with our Accounts and Finance Managers, you will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, helping to ensure our financial records are accurate, up to date and processed within required timescales.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the processing of supplier invoices and customer payments
- Maintaining accurate accounts payable and receivable records
- Assisting with bank and petty cash reconciliations
- Supporting payroll administration and maintaining accurate employee information
- Assisting with month-end processes and financial reporting
- Responding to routine supplier and customer queries
- Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation
- Using Xero and Microsoft Excel to process and manage financial information
- Identifying and reporting any discrepancies or issues
- Providing general administrative support to the finance team
About You
We are looking for someone who is organised, trustworthy and has excellent attention to detail, with a good understanding of basic finance and accounting processes.
You will ideally have:
- Good numerical and administrative skills
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
- Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel
- The ability to manage and prioritise your workload
- Good communication skills
- The ability to work independently and as part of a team
- A proactive attitude and willingness to learn
- The ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Experience using Xero would be beneficial, but training can be provided
A relevant finance or accounting qualification would be desirable but not essential. Previous payroll or small business experience would also be advantageous.
Why Join Lime Tree?
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to develop their finance career within a growing, family-run business. You will work alongside experienced Finance Managers and gain exposure to a varied range of finance and administrative responsibilities across the business.
If you are organised, have great attention to detail and are looking for an opportunity to develop your finance skills, we would love to hear from you.
Pay: £12.86-£13.00 per hour
Expected hours: 24.0 – 30.0 per week
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Company events
- Company pension
- Referral programme
Work Location: In person
