Finance Assistant

Pertemps Bond; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the finance sector seeks a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support their finance team. The successful candidate will maintain accurate financial records and assist with various financial processes. Ideal applicants will be studying towards an accounting qualification and possess strong Excel skills.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented and organised individual.
• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Previous experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining daily cashbook and posting journals.
• Processing multi-currency payments.
• Performing month-end reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

IT proficiency

Education

Currently studying towards AAT

Tools

Excel

Sage or equivalent

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Job Title: Finance Assistant
Department: Accounts
Reporting to: Finance Manager
Salary: £25,000.00 - £28,000.00
Role Overview:
My client is seeking a detail-oriented and organised individual to support their finance team. The successful candidate will assist in maintaining accurate and timely financial records and reports.

Key Responsibilities:

• Maintaining the daily cashbook and posting journals using accounting software
• Receipting and reconciling customer receipts and vendor payments across internal systems
• Processing multi-currency payments (e.g., GBP, USD, EUR) through banking portals
• Performing month-end reconciliations of supplier and customer statements
• Managing staff expense payments and reconciliations
• Issuing invoices through accounting software

Personal Attributes:

• Solid understanding of basic accounting principles and procedures
• Strong communication skills (phone, email, in person)
• Proficiency in IT, especially Excel, with high attention to detail
• Ability to manage workload, use initiative, and meet deadlines under pressure

Preferred Qualifications and Experience:

• Currently studying towards a recognised accounting qualification (e.g., AAT)
• Previous experience in a similar role
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage or equivalent)

Experience with other financial or ERP systems is an advantage