Finance Assistant

SF Recruitment; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Part-Time Finance Assistant in Nottingham, working 20-25 hours per week. This role involves processing supplier invoices, managing payment runs, and assisting with month-end reporting. The ideal candidate should have at least 5 years of accounts payable experience, be proficient in Microsoft Excel, and possess strong attention to detail and communication skills. The position offers a salary ranging from £26,000 to £27,000 pro-rata.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years' experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of supplier invoices with correct coding.
• Prepare and manage payment runs including urgent payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.

Skills

Accounts payable experience

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

AAT Level 2/3 qualification or working towards

Tools

Sage 50

Job description

SF Recruitment are working exclusively with a growing organisation to recruit a Part-Time Finance Assistant (20-25 hours/week) on a temp-to-perm basis in Nottingham. The role offers a salary of £26,000-£27,000 pro-rata and is ideal for someone with solid accounts payable experience looking to join a busy and supportive finance team.

Looking for someone who can start immediately

Role Overview:

• Processing high volumes of supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and authorisation
• Preparing and managing payment runs, including urgent or international payments
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
• Assisting with month-end reporting, accruals, and journals
• Raising customer invoices and managing customer account queries
• Supporting payroll journals, banking transactions, and general finance administration

Candidate Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years' experience in accounts payable or a similar finance role
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; experience with Sage 50 is advantageous
• Strong attention to detail, organisation, and ability to prioritise workload
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team
• AAT Level 2/3 qualified or working towards is preferred