Finance Assistant – Temp

  • Location:
  • Salary:
    negotiable
  • Job type:
    Temporary
  • Posted:
    23 hours ago
  • Category:
    Finance Assistant
  • Deadline:
    February 18, 2027

Overview

We’re delighted to be supporting a local business that’s been setting standards around the world. As an SME with a strong heritage and a forward-looking mindset, they are proud of where they’ve come from—and excited about where they’re headed.

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join a small, collaborative finance team. In this hands-on role, you will support the Finance Manager and day-to-day accounting activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with colleagues, taking ownership of tasks, and making a meaningful impact.


Key Responsibilities

Duties will include:

  • Bank statement – posting receipts and payments daily
  • Purchase ledger invoice process as received
  • Check all supplier statements to ensure all invoices are on system
  • Query any non-payment invoices or not on the system
  • Customer invoice queries & resolution
  • Review any queries still outstanding on purchase or sales invoices & solving them
  • Credit control- review aged debts & contact customer for payment date
  • Monthly – send statements to customer
  • Weekly payments & month end bacs payment

Support Finance manager with:

  • Year-end task
  • Audit process
  • Ad hoc work requested depending on business need

The Candidate

This opportunity will suit someone who enjoys looking at efficiencies and processes whilst working in a small team. You’ll be someone who likes rolling up your sleeves and getting things done, while keeping a steady hand on day-to-day finance operations.

  • Previous experience as either Finance Assistant or Accounts Assistant is essential
  • AAT qualifications is advantageous
  • Have excellent attention to detail and high accuracy is essential
  • Proficiency in accounting software & MS Office.
  • Ability to work to timeframes and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Working Hours

  • 9am – 5pm (Monday – Friday) (1 hour unpaid lunch) – office based

Debbie Burbage Recruitment is committed to equal opportunities and diversity.  Candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. We are a member of the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and are acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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