Accounts Assistant

Michael Page; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant in Maidenhead. This temporary position offers an hourly rate between £17.00 and £19.00, requires managing purchasing processes, maintaining financial records, and supporting the financial team. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance and proficiency in financial software. The role provides 25 days of holiday and onsite parking.

Benefits

25 days of holiday + Bank Holiday

Onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, purchasing, or a related field.
• Proficiency with financial software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the organisation's purchasing processes.
• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with internal departments to forecast and plan procurement needs.
• Monitor and track expenditure to align with budgetary constraints.
• Resolve any payment discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of financial reports.

Skills

Experience in finance

Proficiency with financial software

Good communication skills

Ability to manage competing priorities

Job description

Overview

Supporting the accounting and finance department and ensuring accuracy. This temporary role in Maidenhead is ideal for candidates with previous roles such as Finance Officer, Accounts Assistant and Finance Assistant.

Client Details

Industry: Not for profit and charities

This organisation operates as a small-sized entity committed to delivering meaningful impact. It maintains a focus on efficiency and accuracy within its accounting and finance operations.

Description

Accounts assistant

• Oversee and manage the organisation's purchasing processes, ensuring compliance with policies.
• Maintain accurate financial records.
• Collaborate with internal departments to forecast and plan procurement needs.
• Monitor and track expenditure to align with budgetary constraints.
• Resolve any payment discrepancies.
• Support the preparation of financial reports.
• Provide administrative support to the accounting and finance team.

Profile

A successful Finance and Purchasing Officer should have:

• Experience in finance, purchasing, or a related field.
• Proficiency with financial software and tools.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities effectively.
• Good communication and collaboration skills to liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
• Office based - happy to commute to Maidenhead

Job Offer

Accounts assistant

• Hourly rate: 17.00 - 19.00 gbp per hour (including holiday)
• Immediate Start, office based role
• Temporary position - ideally temp to perm
• 25 days of holiday + Bank Holiday
• Onsite parking for added convenience (Maidenhead)
• Temporary role offering flexibility and diverse responsibilities