Finance Assistant

The Premier League

. Reconcile production budgets to actual costs within Xytech and support budget variance analysis .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timeLondon • United KingdomMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in financial reporting, budget monitoring, and reconciliation processes, with proficiency in ERP accounting systems and advanced Excel skills. Capable of managing supplier relationships and maintaining accurate financial records while ensuring compliance and confidentiality.

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Financial ReportingBudget MonitoringERP Accounting SystemXytech SoftwareAdvanced Excel Skills

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Hard Skills

Budget Variance AnalysisCost AllocationJournal ProcessingInvoice ManagementAccount ReconciliationAged Debt ReportingSales Ledger ReconciliationMonth-End CloseExpense ProcessingSupplier Statement Reconciliation

Soft Skills

Verbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationOrganizational SkillsAttention to DetailDiscretion

Tools & Technologies

XytechJet ReportsConcurMicrosoft Dynamics GP365 Business Central

Industry Keywords

Finance FunctionCost CentresGeneral LedgerSupplier OnboardingVendor Queries

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

ERP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Reconcile production budgets to actual costs within Xytech and support budget variance analysis
Assist Production Managers with financial reporting and budget monitoring
Record and allocate costs to correct cost centres and process journals where required
Raise client invoices, create purchase orders, and maintain cost centres and general ledger codes
Process supplier invoices, including coding, approvals and system entry
Manage supplier onboarding and respond to vendor queries
Prepare payment runs and reconcile supplier statements
Process employee expenses and company credit card claims
Maintain customer records and process sales invoices and credit notes
Monitor outstanding receivables, aged debt reporting and collection activities
Issue customer statements and remittance advice
Support sales ledger reconciliations and month-end close
Perform account reconciliations and assist with month-end processes
Respond to finance queries from internal stakeholders and external suppliers
Support continuous improvement of finance processes, controls and reporting
Undertake additional finance and administrative duties as required

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience working within a finance function
Knowledge of an ERP accounting system
Proven ability to handle confidential information and exercise discretion
Good verbal and written communication skills
Strong IT skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook
Well organised and able to prioritise effectively
Advanced attention to detail and proactive, methodical approach
Knowledge of accounting software, Xytech, Jet Reports, Concur, Microsoft Dynamics GP and 365 Business Central
Must apply with a CV and cover letter

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid-working model allowing work from home on some days each week, where possible
Equal opportunities and inclusive culture
Adjustments and alternative formats available for candidates with disabilities during recruitment