Finance Assistant

Travail Employment Group - Burgess Hill; Burgess Hill; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday (pro-rata)

Temporary role (5 months)

Central Burgess Hill location

Job summary

Travail Employment Group - Burgess Hill is sourcing a Finance Assistant to join a small but busy Accounts team. The role is part-time, based in-office in Burgess Hill, with a 21.75-hour week and a November start for a 5-month temporary period.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will handle Purchase Ledger and Accounts Administration, liaising with suppliers and internal departments. Sage experience is desirable and attention to detail is essential for accuracy.

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy finance department is desirable.
• Strong organisational and communication skills are essential.
• Attention to detail is critical for accurate bookkeeping and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Managing Accounts Payable, including foreign suppliers and reconciliations.
• Supporting Accounts Receivable by liaising with external Finance Departments for payment dates.
• Posting bank payments, card transactions and expenses into the accounting system.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Sage accounting

Job description

Finance Assistant

£15 per hour, Burgess Hill, 21.75 hours per week (either 3 days 9:00am-5:15pm or 5 shorter days), Temporary positions for 5 months from 9th November, 28 days holiday including bank holidays, paid weekly.

The Role

We are seeking a Finance Assistant to join a small but busy Accounts team within a successful and growing company entering their peak season. Reporting to the Finance Manager, this part-time, office-based role is varied, with responsibilities covering both Purchase Ledger and Accounts Administration.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing Accounts Payable, including foreign suppliers, seasonal reconciliations and supplier queries.
• Supporting Accounts Receivable by liaising with external Finance Departments to confirm payment dates.
• Posting bank payments, card transactions and expenses into the accounting system.
• Coding and processing supplier invoices within the accounting system.
• Assisting the wider finance function with ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

Requirements

The ideal Finance Assistant will bring an understanding of finance and accounting practices, strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Experience working in a busy finance department and familiarity with Sage accounting software are highly desirable. You should be a confident communicator, adaptable, and motivated to work collaboratively as part of a small team.

This role could suit someone who has worked as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, or Finance Administrator.

Company Information

This organisation is a well-established provider with a reputation for excellence. The business prides itself on delivering exceptional service and memorable experiences. The company values teamwork, reliability, and a supportive environment where every team member contributes to success.

Package

• £15 per hour
• Part-time, 21.75 hours per week (either 3 days 9:00am-5:15pm or 5 shorter days)
• Temporary role for 5 months starting 9th November
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Central Burgess Hill location