Finance Assistant

Platinum Recruitment Consultancy; Christchurch; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Christchurch is seeking a temporary Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This role involves handling finance processing tasks, managing invoices, and providing administrative support. The ideal candidate will have proven experience, excellent attention to detail, and proficiency in XERO. This opportunity offers competitive weekly pay and the chance to work in a supportive school environment.

Benefits

Competitive weekly pay

On-site parking

Supportive school environment

Qualifications

• Proven experience working as a Finance Assistant.
• Essential knowledge and practical experience of using XERO accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Handling basic finance processing tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
• Managing invoices, including processing, coding, and reconciliation.
• Raising and processing purchase orders.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Education

Experience as a Finance Assistant

Knowledge of XERO accounting software

Job description

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Temporary Finance Assistant - 37.5 hrs a week - £14.50phr + Weekly pay

You require a valid & enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (platinum employment can support you with this, the DBS will then be yours to keep)

This role will run ASAP until the 22nd July 2025, however this role could become permenant for the right candidate.

Are you an experienced Finance Assistant with a knack for numbers and a proficiency in XERO? Do you thrive in a busy environment and enjoy contributing to the smooth running of a school? If so, we have a fantastic temporary opportunity for you at a welcoming school in Christchurch!

Our client is seeking a reliable and detail-oriented individual to join their finance team on a temporary basis. In this role, you'll play a vital part in ensuring the efficient processing of financial information.

Your key responsibilities will include:

* Handling basic finance processing tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
* Managing invoices, including processing, coding, and reconciliation.
* Raising and processing purchase orders.
* Maintaining and updating the finance system (XERO is essential).
* Providing general administrative support to the finance team.

What you'll bring:

* Proven experience working as a Finance Assistant.
* Essential knowledge and practical experience of using XERO accounting software.
* Excellent attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
* Strong organisational and time management skills.
* The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
* Good communication skills.

What's on offer:

* Competitive weekly pay, every Friday!
* Full-time hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm.
* Convenient on-site parking.
* The opportunity to work within a supportive and friendly school environment in Christchurch.
* This is an on-site role, providing a consistent and engaging work experience.
* Weekly Pay

If you are a skilled Finance Assistant with XERO experience and are looking for a rewarding temporary opportunity in Christchurch, we want to hear from you!

Job ID: BG105 INDCOMMERCIAL

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Christchurch

Consultant: Beckie

Platinum Recruitment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.