Finance Assistant

Confidential; Newquay; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start

Flexible hours

Contract extension potential

Friendly team

Job summary

Confidential in Newquay is seeking a Finance Coordinator to support a busy finance team during a period of growth. You will handle supplier relationships, payment runs, reconciliations and cashflow support, reporting to the Finance Manager.

This temporary ongoing role offers a hourly rate of £18-£21, flexible working arrangements, immediate start, and the chance to develop across a broad finance remit as the business expands.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounts roles in a fast-paced environment
• Experience in Accounts Payable or Finance Assistant role
• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Excel and finance systems

Responsibilities

• Managing supplier relationships and resolving invoice queries
• Coordinating weekly and monthly payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements and bank accounts
• Assisting with cashflow reporting and forecasting
• Supporting month-end activities, including journals and reconciliations
• Producing financial reports and analysis for management
• Monitoring outstanding payments and investigating discrepancies
• Supporting finance process improvements and controls
• Assisting with ad-hoc finance projects as required

Skills

Accounts payable

Reconciliation

Excel

Financial reporting

Cashflow forecasting

Communication

Time management

Tools

Finance software

Job description

Your new company

Hays are partnering with a growing and ambitious organisation based in Newquay to recruit a Finance Coordinator on an ongoing temporary basis.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a modern business during a busy period of growth, working within a supportive finance team where you'll play a key role in maintaining efficient financial operations and supporting ongoing business success.

Your new role

As a Finance Coordinator, you'll provide essential support across a broad range of finance activities while working closely with the Finance Manager and wider business.

Responsibilities will include:

• Managing supplier relationships and resolving invoice queries
• Coordinating weekly and monthly payment runs
• Reconciling supplier statements and bank accounts
• Assisting with cashflow reporting and forecasting
• Supporting month-end activities, including journals and reconciliations
• Producing financial reports and analysis for management
• Monitoring outstanding payments and investigating discrepancies
• Supporting finance process improvements and controls
• Assisting with ad-hoc finance projects as required

What you'll need to succeed

To be successful in this role, you'll have previous experience in a finance or accounts position and enjoy working within a fast-paced environment.

• Experience within an Accounts Assistant, Finance Coordinator, Accounts Payable or Finance Assistant role
• Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Good working knowledge of Excel and finance systems
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• A proactive approach and willingness to support the wider team
• The ability to manage competing priorities effectively

What you'll get in return

• Competitive hourly rate of £18.00 - £21.00 per hour
• Flexible working arrangements
• Immediate start available
• Friendly and collaborative team environment
• Exposure to a varied finance role with broad responsibilities
• Opportunity to develop your skills within a growing organisation
• Potential for contract extension and longer-term opportunities