Finance Assistant

Michael Page Finance; Chester; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Permanent position

Healthcare industry

Job summary

Michael Page Finance is seeking a Finance Assistant for a permanent role in Chester within the healthcare sector. You will process invoices, support reconciliations, and help prepare financial reports, contributing to accurate ledgers and timely data collection.

The successful candidate will have finance or accounting experience, be proficient with financial software and Excel, and work collaboratively to support the team goals in a busy finance function.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting
• Familiarity with financial systems and software
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant tools
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to support team goals

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payments, and expense claims accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and maintaining financial records.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Maintain the accuracy of accounting ledgers and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely financial data collection.
• Provide administrative support to the accounting and finance team.
• Respond to queries related to financial transactions and records.
• Contribute to the implementation of process improvements within the finance function.

Skills

Finance experience

Accounting software

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Excel

Team collaboration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Client Details

This role is with a company in the healthcare industry located in Chester.

Description

• Process invoices, payments, and expense claims accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and maintaining financial records.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Maintain the accuracy of accounting ledgers and resolve discrepancies.
• Collaborate with other departments to ensure timely financial data collection.
• Provide administrative support to the accounting and finance team.
• Respond to queries related to financial transactions and records.
• Contribute to the implementation of process improvements within the finance function.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in a finance or accounting role.
• Familiarity with financial systems and software.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other relevant tools.
• A collaborative approach and a willingness to support team goals.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from £26,200 to £30,800, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position in the healthcare industry.
• Opportunity to work in Chester in a finance-focused role.

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.