We are looking for an experienced and practical Finance Assistant to join a growing and fast-moving healthcare group.This is a varied, hands-on role supporting the Financial Controller across the day-to-day finance function, month-end reporting and financial control for multiple group companies.It would suit someone who is AAT qualified or a part-qualified accountant who is no longer actively studying and wants to develop through broader practical experience.The role requires someone who is comfortable taking ownership, working to deadlines and dealing with whatever needs to be done. This is not a narrowly defined processing role. The successful candidate will need to use their initiative, investigate issues and help improve how the finance function operates. The role is based in our DSP in Runcorn.Key responsibilitiesResponsibilities will include: Maintaining accurate purchase and sales ledgers across multiple group companies.Processing supplier invoices, credit notes and payments.Reviewing supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.Raising sales invoices and supporting credit control.Preparing regular balance sheet reconciliations.Assisting with monthly management accounts and group reporting.Preparing accruals, prepayments and other month-end journals.Supporting intercompany accounting and reconciliations.Supporting payroll processing and the reconciliation of payroll control accounts.Assisting with VAT returns and other statutory submissions.Investigating ..... full job details .....