Finance Assistant

Michael Page; Salford; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page in Salford is seeking a Finance Assistant to support day-to-day financial operations, including processing invoices, reconciling bank statements, and maintaining records.

This interim 3-month position offers a £29,000–£32,000 salary, exposure to the technology and telecoms sector, and the chance to develop strong accounting skills in a busy team.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar finance or accounting role.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• An organised approach and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices and ensure timely payments to suppliers.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor financial transactions.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organised financial records.
• Process expenses.
• Support the team with general accounting tasks and administrative duties.
• Handle queries related to accounts payable and receivable.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with financial procedures.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end financial processes.

Skills

Numeracy

Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Organised

Communication

Tools

Financial software

Job description

This Finance Assistant role in Salford will see you supporting the day-to-day financial operations of a busy team. You will play a key part in keeping things running smoothly by managing important tasks like processing invoices and maintaining accurate financial records.

Client Details

A company based in Salford operating who are going through an exciting change.

Description

• Process invoices and ensure timely payments to suppliers.
• Reconcile bank statements and monitor financial transactions.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and documentation.
• Maintain accurate and organised financial records.
• Process expenses.
• Support the team with general accounting tasks and administrative duties.
• Handle queries related to accounts payable and receivable.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure compliance with financial procedures.
• Contribute to month-end and year-end financial processes.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• Previous experience in a similar finance or accounting role.
• Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• An organised approach and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Good communication skills for liaising with internal teams and external partners.

Job Offer

• Salary between £29,000 and £32,000 dependent on the level of experience.
• 3 month interim position with opportunity for longer term.
• An opportunity to work in the technology and telecoms industry.