Finance Assistant

Confidential; Camborne; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential in Camborne is recruiting a Finance Assistant on a part-time, fixed-term basis until the end of March 2027, with start date as soon as possible. The role covers finance and general office support.

You'll work 22.5 hours across 3 days (8:30am–4:30pm), with a pro rata salary of £30,518–£32,061. Key duties include maintaining accounting records, processing invoices and VAT, payroll support, and assisting with monthly management accounts.

Qualifications

• Numeracy and literacy skills are essential.
• Excellent organisation and ability to prioritise workload.
• Good working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office.
• Experience using financial/accounting software.
• AAT qualification or similar finance qualification advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial and accounting records.
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, cashflows and bank reconciliations.
• Process supplier invoices and payments, including BACS payments.
• Assist with payroll and pension processing.
• Maintain receipt and payment accounts.
• Process VAT submissions.
• Update the cash book and post accounting records.
• Monitor expenditure and assist with budget preparation.
• Credit control and reconciliation of creditor accounts.
• Prepare and issue invoices.
• Assist with year-end accounts and financial statements.
• Support internal and external audit requirements.
• Produce ad hoc financial reports as required.
• Respond to finance-related queries.

Skills

Numeracy

Literacy

Communication

Organisation

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Accounting software

Job description

We are recruiting for a Finance Assistant in Camborne on a part-time, fixed-term basis to the end of March'27 to start as soon as possible.

Contract: Fixed Term, 5 months until the end of March 2027
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week
Working hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
Salary: 30,518- 32,061 pro rata

This is a varied role combining Finance Assistant responsibilities with wider office support. You will work closely with the Finance Officer, supporting the effective day-to-day management of the organisation's finances and ensuring accurate financial records are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial and accounting records
• Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, cashflows and bank reconciliations
• Process supplier invoices and payments, including BACS payments
• Assist with payroll and pension processing
• Maintain receipt and payment accounts
• Process VAT submissions
• Update the cash book and post accounting records
• Monitor expenditure and assist with budget preparation
• Credit control and reconciliation of creditor accounts
• Prepare and issue invoices
• Assist with year-end accounts and financial statements
• Support internal and external audit requirements
• Produce ad hoc financial reports as required
• Respond to finance-related queries
• Ensure required financial information is accurately maintained on the organisation's website

About You

We are looking for someone with:

• Skills with income and expenditure, budget monitoring, VAT and PAYE
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills
• Good working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office
• Experience using financial/accounting software
• Good understanding of VAT
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise your workload
• A professional and confidential approach
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• A flexible, hands‑on approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a small, busy team

An AAT qualification, or similar finance qualification would also be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Assistant looking for a part-time, 3-day-a-week position, offering a varied workload across finance and administration

Fixed term until the end of March .5 hours per week 30,518- 32,061 pro rata

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010.