Job Description

Job Overview:

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Finance Assistant to join our Finance team on a temporary basis to assist in our fast-growing company.
As a Finance Assistant, you will report to the Finance Manager and be responsible alongside a team of two for the day-to-day tasks within the Finance Department, looking after the Purchase and Sales ledger and providing overall support to the Finance function.

Open office hours: Mon - Fri 8 am - 5 pm. Between 34 - 42.5 hours per week would be ideal; however, we can be flexible for the right candidate.

Key responsibilities:

Accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices onto Xero, including nominal and VAT coding

Reconciliation of Supplier statements and resolution of any queries

Preparation of weekly Supplier payments through BACS and bank transfer

Creation and monitoring of Supplier and Customer accounts

Accurate and timely processing of sales invoices onto Xero

Send invoices and statements to Customers, ensuring contact information is accurate and up to date.

Daily credit control.

Weekly preparation of sales and receipts reports for the Finance Manager

Daily bank reconciliation

Allocation of payments and receipts on Supplier/Customer accounts

Knowledge & Skills:

In-depth experience with Xero is essential

Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of all aspects of sales and purchase ledger

Sufficient previous experience working in a finance-focused environment

MS Office suite (intermediate to advanced level)

Personal Attributes:

Confidentiality: understands and maintains the confidential nature of work and environment

Excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate with internal/external customers and stakeholders to a high level

A flexible approach

Problem solver with a methodical approach and an eye for detail

Please be aware that applications for this role will be reviewed every Wednesday and Friday until the application close date: 01/08/2025.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Temporary
Contract length: 3 months

Pay: 25,000.00-28,000.00 per year

Expected hours: 30 - 42.5 per week

Benefits:

Casual dress Company pension Flexitime On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday No weekends
Work Location: In person

Application deadline: 01/08/2025
Reference ID: TEMPFA-2025