Finance Administrator

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Administration Assistant for a maternity cover contract in North Leicester. The ideal candidate will have strong administration skills, be highly organized, and able to manage multiple priorities. This role offers a salary of up to £28,000, a fixed-term contract, good holiday allowance, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Good holiday allowance

Supportive working environment

Other voluntary benefits

Qualifications

• Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communicator with suppliers, subcontractors, and colleagues.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (PowerPoint desirable).
• Proactive team player with a problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, create and manage purchase orders, and receipts.
• Assist with payroll, expense tracking, and petty cash handling.
• Book in delivery notes and maintain accurate records.
• Coordinate and update labour schedules.
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls professionally.

Skills

Strong administration skills

Excellent attention to detail

Highly organised

Confident communicator

Proficient in Microsoft Word

Proficient in Microsoft Excel

Proficient in Microsoft Outlook

Problem-solving mindset

Education

GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths & English

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

I am looking to recruit a detail-oriented Administration Assistant to support my client for a maternity cover contract. The position is based in North Leicester and is ideal for someone with a strong administration background and available on short notice.

Client Details

Our client is a trusted electrical contractor with a proven track record of delivering high-quality installations across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors.

Description

The Administrator's duties will include but not limited to:

• Process invoices, create and manage purchase orders, and receipts
• Assist with payroll, expense tracking, and petty cash handling
• Book in delivery notes and maintain accurate records
• Coordinate and update labour schedules
• Answer and direct incoming phone calls professionally

Profile

• Strong administration skills with excellent attention to detail
• Highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities
• Confident communicator with suppliers, subcontractors, and colleagues
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (PowerPoint desirable)
• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths & English (or equivalent)
• Proactive team player with a problem-solving mindset

Job Offer

• A salary up to c 28,000.
• A fixed-term contract with the potential for future opportunities.
• Good holiday allowance and a supportive working environment.
• Other voluntary benefits.