Finance / Accounts Assistant

Confidential; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential in London’s City is seeking a proactive Finance / Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team. The role covers accounts administration, stakeholder liaison and general office support, with a focus on accuracy and timely information flow.

You will liaise with brokers, legal teams and underwriters, chasing information and maintaining records. Hybrid pattern offers 3 days in the office and 2 from home, 35 hours per week, starting imminently.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• Exposure to accounts processes, especially accounts receivable.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Support Accounts Receivable with day-to-day tasks.
• Support wider Finance and Accounts team with admin.
• Chase outstanding information from brokers, legal teams and underwriters.
• Maintain accurate records and up-to-date documentation.
• Support contract and account-related administration.
• File, organise and manage finance docs.
• Provide ad hoc office and team admin support.
• Assist with additional projects as needed.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Finance Administration

Stakeholder Liaison

Excel

Attention to Detail

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Finance / Accounts Assistant

Location: Monument, London
Working Pattern: Hybrid (3 days in the office, 2 from home)
Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday-Friday, 9:00am-5:00pm (1 hour lunch)
Pay Rate: 15.00 - 16.00 per hour
Duration: Temporary assignment until the end of the year, with potential to extend into the New Year
Start Date: Week commencing 23rd June

The Opportunity

We are currently recruiting for a proactive and organised Finance / Accounts Assistant to join a busy and collaborative finance team based in the City of London. This is a varied role that will support both the Finance and Accounts functions with a mixture of accounts administration, stakeholder liaison and general office support. The successful candidate will enjoy building relationships, be confident chasing information from colleagues, and have a keen eye for detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Accounts Receivable function with day-to-day administrative tasks
• Assisting the wider Finance and Accounts team with general administration
• Chasing outstanding information from internal stakeholders including brokers, legal teams and underwriters
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring documentation is up to date
• Supporting with contract and account-related administration
• Filing, organising and managing finance documentation
• Providing ad hoc office and team administrative support when required
• Assisting with additional projects and tasks across the business as needed

About You

• Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator or similar role
• Exposure to accounts processes, particularly accounts receivable, invoicing or finance administration
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• The confidence to follow up with stakeholders and build relationships across the business
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A proactive attitude and willingness to learn new systems and processes
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel

The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.