Finance Assistant

Travail Employment Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A well-established provider in Burgess Hill is seeking a Finance Assistant for a part-time temporary position. This role involves managing accounts payable and receivable, along with processing invoices. The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of finance practices, excellent attention to detail, and familiarity with Sage accounting software. This position offers flexible hours, 28 days holiday, and a supportive environment.

Benefits

28 days holiday including bank holidays

Paid weekly

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy finance department.
• Motivated to work collaboratively as part of a small team.
• Previous roles may include Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Clerk, or Finance Administrator.

Responsibilities

• Manage Accounts Payable, including foreign suppliers and queries.
• Support Accounts Receivable by confirming payment dates.
• Post bank payments and process supplier invoices.
• Assist with ad hoc accounting tasks as required.

Skills

Understanding of finance and accounting practices

Strong organisational skills

Excellent attention to detail

Confident communication

Familiarity with Sage accounting software

Tools

Sage accounting software

Job description

Finance Assistant

15- 16 per hour, Burgess Hill, 21.75 hours per week (3 days 9:00am-5:15pm), Temporary positions for 5 months from 17th 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- 16 per hour
• Part-time, 21.75 hours per week across 3 days (9:00am-5:15pm)
• Temporary role for 5 months starting 17th November
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Central Burgess Hill location

Travail Employment Group is operating as an Employment Business. Once you click to apply for this job your application will be immediately received by Travail Employment Group. If your application is successful a consultant will be in contact with you within the next 7 days. If you do not hear within 7 days you have unfortunately not been successful on this occasion.