Finance Assistant

Michael Page; Slough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A busy retail organisation is seeking a Finance Assistant in Slough to support the accounting department with financial transactions and record keeping. The role offers an hourly rate between £17 and £19 and is temporary with the possibility of becoming permanent. Candidates should have basic accounting knowledge and proficiency in Excel. On-site work includes benefits like free parking and public transport access.

Benefits

Free parking on-site

Public transport access

Opportunities for hands-on experience

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions, including invoices and payments.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Assist in preparing financial reports.

Skills

Basic knowledge of accounting principles

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong attention to detail

Excellent organisational skills

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

Join a busy retail organisation as a Finance Assistant based in Slough, supporting the accounting and finance department with key operational tasks. This role offers the chance to build valuable skills in a fast-paced environment.

Client Details

This is an opportunity to work with a well-established, organisation known for its commitment to providing quality products and services. The company operates within a professional and structured environment, offering support to its employees in achieving their career goals.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions, including invoices and payments.
• Assist in preparing and maintaining accurate financial records.
• Perform bank reconciliations and resolve discrepancies.
• Support month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Assist in preparing financial reports.
• Respond to internal and external financial queries in a timely manner.

Qualifications

• Basic knowledge of accounting principles and financial processes.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Commute to Slough.
• Immediately available.

Offer

• An hourly rate of £17 to £19, depending on experience.
• Temporary position with potential to go permanent.
• Opportunities to gain hands-on experience in accounting and finance.
• Office based role
• Free parking on-site.
• Easy access via public transport.