Finance Admin & Reconciliation Specialist

Michael Page Finance; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page Finance in Harpenden is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the accounting and finance team with day-to-day tasks, ensuring accuracy of financial records.

You will process invoices and expenses, maintain filing systems, assist with reports, and liaise with clients and suppliers. This permanent role offers exposure to the professional services sector and opportunities to develop finance skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in an administrative, office support, or coordination role.
• Finance background, qualification, or strong interest in finance.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and high accuracy when handling data.
• Good numerical skills and confidence with financial information.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating within a team.
• Proactive approach with willingness to learn new responsibilities.
• Discretion handling confidential information.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with accounting software or CRM systems is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and maintaining client records.
• Assist with processing invoices, expenses and other financial documents.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper filing systems.
• Support preparation of reports, presentations and client documentation.
• Assist with data entry and ensure information is recorded across internal systems.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers, responding to queries and directing requests.
• Support financial administration, including bank reconciliations and tracking payments.
• Assist with ad hoc finance and bookkeeping tasks for the accounting team.
• Ensure records comply with company processes and regulations.

Skills

Administrative experience

Finance background

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

Communication skills

Independence and teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Michael Page Finance in Harpenden is seeking a Finance Assistant to support the accounting and finance team with day-to-day tasks, ensuring accuracy of financial records.

You will process invoices and expenses, maintain filing systems, assist with reports, and liaise with clients and suppliers. This permanent role offers exposure to the professional services sector and opportunities to develop finance skills.