Job description
Title: Finance Assistant (3-Month FTC)
Location: Hybrid Working Available
Salary: £30,000 - £40,000 (pro rata)
3-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Our client is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join their finance team on a 3-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional with strong bookkeeping experience to support the day-to-day finance function within a busy and fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities:
• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping activities and maintain accurate financial records
• Perform bank reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies
• Support credit control activities and monitor outstanding balances
• Prepare and submit VAT returns
• Process accruals and prepayments as part of the month-end process
• Assist with payroll administration and related finance tasks
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc reporting and analysis
• Help maintain and improve finance processes where appropriate
Role Requirements:
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a Finance Assistant or similar role
• Good all-round bookkeeping knowledge and experience
• Previous experience with bank reconciliations, VAT returns, accruals and prepayments
• Exposure to payroll processes would be advantageous
• Experience using Xero and strong Excel skills
• Strong attention to detail with good organisational skills
• Able to work independently and manage workload effectively within a short-term contract environment