Finance Assistant

CMA Recruitment Group; Havant; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Government pension scheme

Office-based role

Job summary

CMA Recruitment Group is seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join an organisation in Havant on a temporary basis. You will support the Finance Manager with daily transactional processing, reconciliations, and handling supplier and customer accounts.

The role is office-based and includes duties around cash flow, month-end tasks, record maintenance and contributing to audit readiness and process improvements. Strong Excel skills and experience in finance are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance or accounts role, ideally in a busy environment.
• Understanding of accounts payable and receivable and month-end close.
• Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Support the Finance Manager with day-to-day financial operations and reconciliations.
• Manage supplier and customer accounts and resolve queries promptly.
• Assist with cash flow management, banking and month-end tasks.
• Maintain up-to-date financial records and ensure compliance.
• Support audit readiness and process improvements.

Skills

Finance experience

Accounts Payable

Accounts Receivable

Excel skills

Tools

Sage 50

Xero

Job description

CMA Recruitment Group is supporting an inspiring organisation that plays an important role within its local communities and is committed to making a meaningful difference. Based in Havant, the organisation has a collaborative and supportive culture, with a strong focus on respect, innovation and delivering a positive impact.

Due to changes within the finance department, they are now seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join the team on a temporary basis.

What will the temporary Finance Assistant role involve?

• Supporting the Finance Manager in day-to-day financial operations, including transactional processing and reconciliations
• Managing supplier and customer accounts, ensuring accuracy and prompt resolution of queries
• Assisting with cash flow management, banking, and month-end tasks to underpin financial stability
• Maintaining up-to-date financial records adhering to compliance and procedural standards
• Contributing to process improvements and supporting audit readiness, ensuring smooth financial operations at all times

Suitable Candidate for the temporary Finance Assistant vacancy:

• Previous experience working in a finance or accounts role, ideally within a busy environment
• Strong understanding of key financial processes, including accounts payable, receivable, and month-end close
• Good knowledge of accounting software and Microsoft Excel, with a keen eye for detail
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively
• Strong communication skills, with a professional approach to problem-solving and customer service

Additional benefits and information for the role of temporary Finance Assistant:

• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Government pension scheme
• Office based role
• Salary will be dependent on experience

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