Finance Assistant

Page Group; Bicester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly pay £15

Temporary position

Job summary

Page Group is seeking a Finance Assistant in Bicester to manage the day-to-day financial operations within the accounting and administration team on a temporary basis. You'll handle invoices and payments, maintain records, reconcile bank statements, assist with month-end processes, and respond to internal and external queries while ensuring compliance with regulations.

The role offers £15 per hour, a professional environment, and an opportunity to contribute to streamlined financial processes in

Qualifications

• Experience in accounting or finance-related roles, preferably within the life science industry.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• An understanding of financial regulations and procedures.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with team members and external contacts.
• A positive and proactive approach to problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain and update financial records and spreadsheets.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and budgets.
• Support the month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Handle queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding financial transactions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members to improve financial processes and efficiency.

Skills

Numerical skills

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Time management

Organisational skills

Financial software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Finance Assistant in Bicester, you'll play a vital role in managing the day-to-day financial operations within the accounting and administration team. This temporary position in the life science industry will see you handling key financial tasks to ensure smooth business operations.

Client Details

This role is with a company based in Bicester operating in a busy professional organisation that combines customer service, insurance administration, and financial management, requiring accurate record-keeping and effective communication with clients and external stakeholders.

Description

• Process invoices and payments accurately and in a timely manner.
• Maintain and update financial records and spreadsheets.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Assist with the preparation of financial reports and budgets.
• Support the month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Handle queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding financial transactions.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and company policies.
• Collaborate with team members to improve financial processes and efficiency.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• Experience in accounting or finance-related roles, preferably within the life science industry.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• An understanding of financial regulations and procedures.
• Good organisational and time management skills.
• Effective communication skills to liaise with team members and external contacts.
• A positive and proactive approach to problem-solving.

Job Offer

• Hourly pay of £15
• Employee discounts.
• Temporary position based in Bicester.
• Finance Assistant title in a professional environment

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