Finance Assistant

Michael Page; Twickenham; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay £17–£19 per hour

Temporary contract

Not-for-profit sector experience

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Finance Assistant in the not-for-profit sector to handle day-to-day financial tasks and support the wider finance team with accurate and timely processing of financial data.

This temporary role offers exposure to banking reconciliations, invoicing, month-end processes, and essential reporting, with a focus on accuracy, compliance, and teamwork within a collaborative environment in Twickenham, United Kingdom.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Good organisational skills with high attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient with financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and completing tasks.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, payments, and receipts accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and monitor account transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with policies.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and budgets as required.
• Respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding financial matters.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Ensure financial data is kept up to date and securely stored.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.

Skills

Accounting principles

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Proactive problem-solving

Attention to detail

Tools

Financial software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

The role of Finance Assistant in the not-for-profit sector involves handling day-to-day financial tasks to keep accounting operations running smoothly. You'll play a key part in supporting the wider finance team by ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial data.

Client Details

This role is within the not-for-profit sector, providing support in accounting and finance.

Description

• Process invoices, payments, and receipts accurately and efficiently.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and monitor account transactions.
• Maintain accurate financial records and ensure compliance with policies.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and budgets as required.
• Respond to queries from internal and external stakeholders regarding financial matters.
• Assist in the month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Ensure financial data is kept up to date and securely stored.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team.

Profile

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

• A strong understanding of basic accounting principles and financial processes.
• Good organisational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Effective communication skills for dealing with stakeholders.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and completing tasks.

Job Offer

• Hourly pay between £17.00 and £19.00, dependent on the level of experience.
• Temporary contract offering flexibility.
• Opportunity to gain experience in the not-for-profit sector.

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