Finance Assistant

Pertemps TM; Highweek; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A construction business is seeking a Finance Assistant to cover maternity leave for approximately nine months. This role involves supporting the finance team with critical transactions and operational tasks. Key duties include processing supplier invoices, managing financial records, and assisting with payroll tasks. The ideal candidate should have proven finance experience, strong Excel skills, and be comfortable working independently. This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic team and gain valuable experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a finance or accounts role is essential.
• Strong accuracy and attention to detail in financial tasks.
• Experience with accounting software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Enter and process supplier invoices accurately.
• Manage the finance inbox and support daily tasks.
• Match purchase orders against deliveries.

Skills

Finance experience

Intermediate Excel skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Tools

Sage 200

Job description

Finance Assistant Newton Abbot Area (Mid March 2026 – December 2026)
Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–5:00pm
Salary: Competitive

Are you an experienced finance Administrator or have some knowledge working within accounts?

We are recruiting on behalf of a Construction business who require an Finance Assistant to cover maternity leave for approximately nine months (which could go on longer). This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working within Purchase ledger and finance and is seeking work to start in the 4 weeks.

Role Overview

As Finance Assistant, you will support the finance team with transactional and operational finance tasks that keep the business running smoothly. You’ll be a key part of the team, ensuring accuracy, timeliness and strong financial controls across everyday processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately enter and process supplier invoices, ensuring all financial transactions are logged correctly.
• Monitor and manage the finance inbox, supporting the team with daily tasks.
• Perform regular matching of purchase orders against deliveries and orders to maintain accurate records.
• Respond to invoice enquiries.
• Prepare and process subcontractor payment runs as required.
• Conduct supplier statement reconciliations.
• Review and check utility billing, and support with handovers to relevant teams.
• Maintain and update plant hire records, ensuring accurate tracking and reporting.
• Analyse temporary agency costs & and assisting with monthly payroll.

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a finance or accounts role — essential.
• Intermediate Excel skills, with strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Experience with accounting systems; Sage 200 would be an advantage.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.
• Professional and organised.

Why This Role?

This is a great opportunity to join a dynamic finance team supporting a busy business. You’ll gain valuable experience in a varied role where no two days are the same, and play a central part in helping the finance function deliver efficient and effective results.