Finance Assistant

Michael Page; Hatching Green; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Assistant in Harpenden to support the accounting and finance team with day-to-day financial tasks and record-keeping.

The role focuses on administrative duties, invoicing, expenses, and maintaining filing systems, with opportunities to grow in the professional services sector. Candidates should have a finance or accounting background, strong numerical skills, and proficiency in MS Office, with attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience in administrative, office support, or coordination roles.
• Finance, accounting, or bookkeeping background or strong interest.
• Excellent organisational skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy with data.
• Good numerical skills and comfort with financial data.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive and positive approach; willingness to learn.
• Professionalism and discretion with confidential information.
• Excellent time management and ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience with accounting software or CRM is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide general administrative support, including correspondence, scheduling meetings, and maintaining client records.
• Assist with processing invoices, expenses, and other financial documentation.
• Maintain filing systems (electronic and paper).
• Support preparation of reports, presentations, and client documentation.
• Assist with data entry and ensure information is accurately recorded across internal systems.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers, responding to queries and directing requests as appropriate.
• Support financial administration, including bank reconciliations and tracking payments.
• Assist the accounting team with ad hoc finance and bookkeeping tasks.
• Help ensure records are maintained in line with company processes and compliance requirements.

Skills

Administrative experience

Finance background

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Numerical skills

MS Office

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Discretion

Time management

Accounting software

CRM experience

Education

Finance-related background

Tools

Accounting software

CRM systems

Job description

As a Finance Assistant in Harpenden, you'll support the accounting and finance team by handling day-to-day financial tasks that keep things running smoothly. This role in the professional services industry is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers and ensuring accuracy in financial records.

Client Details

A professional services company based in Harpenden.

Description

• Provide general administrative support, including managing correspondence, scheduling meetings, and maintaining client records.
• Assist with processing invoices, expenses, and other financial documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organised electronic and paper filing systems.
• Support the preparation of reports, presentations, and client documentation.
• Assist with data entry and ensure information is accurately recorded across internal systems.
• Liaise with clients and suppliers, responding to queries and directing requests as appropriate.
• Support financial administration, including bank reconciliations and tracking payments.
• Assist the accounting team with ad hoc finance and bookkeeping tasks.
• Help ensure records are maintained in line with company processes and compliance requirements.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in an administrative, office support, or coordination role.
• A finance, accounting, bookkeeping, or related background, qualification, or strong interest in finance.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy when handling data and documentation.
• Good numerical skills and confidence working with financial information.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to work independently while also collaborating effectively within a team.
• A proactive and positive approach with a willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities.
• Professionalism and discretion when dealing with confidential client and financial information.
• Excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Experience using accounting software or CRM systems would be advantageous but is not essential.

Job Offer

• Salary ranging from £31,000 to £35,000, dependent on the level of experience.
• Permanent position in Harpenden.
• Opportunities to develop your skills in the professional services industry.