Income Assistant

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a temporary Income Assistant to join a well-regarded education institute based in North West London. This role is vital in providing high-quality financial and administrative support to the Income and Credit Control team, ensuring accurate processing of income, efficient reconciliation, and excellent service to internal and external stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: • Accurately receipt and record all income received across various payment channels • Complete daily reconciliations and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner • Process debit and credit card transactions and liaise with payment service providers as needed • Assist with monthly bank reconciliations and control account checks • Maintain accurate financial records in accordance with internal procedures and audit requirements • Support the processing of refunds, ensuring compliance with financial policies and AML regulations • Manage shared finance inboxes, responding to queries promptly and professionally • Perform data validation checks to maintain the integrity of financial information • Support month-end and year-end financial processes • Contribute to continuous improvement activities within the Income and Credit Control team Ideal Candidate Profile: • Previous experience in a finance or administrative role within a busy environment • Strong numerical skills and excellent attention to detail • Confident written and verbal communication skills • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines • Customer-focused approach and ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders • Good IT competency, including proficiency in Excel and financial systems • Proactive, adaptable, and comfortable handling a variety of tasks • Interest in finance, income processing, or credit control is desirable Location: North West London Working Pattern: Hybrid (1 day on-site) Hours: 35.5 hours per week Length: 3 month contract Start Date: ASAP Rate: £18 per hour