Finance Assistant

Michael Page; Brighton; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary £27,000–£28,000

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Assistant in Brighton to support day-to-day financial operations, including invoices, reconciliations, and payroll support within the professional services sector.

You will work with Sage and Excel, maintain records, assist with audits, and help improve processes; permanent role with a salary of £27,000–£28,000.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• Proficiency in using accounting software (Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and financial reporting tasks.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update internal systems.
• Support payroll processing and expense management activities.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and review financial data for audits and compliance purposes.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Skills

Basic accounting knowledge

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication and problem-solving

Tools

Sage

Microsoft Excel

Job description

As a Finance Assistant in the professional services industry in Brighton, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the business. From managing invoices to assisting with reconciliations, your work will help ensure the smooth running of the accounting and finance department.

Client Details

This professional services organisation operates within the accounting and finance sector in Brighton.

Description

• Process invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and financial reporting tasks.
• Maintain accurate financial records and update internal systems.
• Support payroll processing and expense management activities.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Prepare and review financial data for audits and compliance purposes.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.
• Assist in identifying opportunities for process improvement.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• Basic knowledge of accounting and finance principles.
• Proficiency in using accounting software (ideally Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £27,000 to £28,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position within the professional services industry.
• Opportunity to develop your career in accounting and finance.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best.