Finance Assistant

Howett Thorpe; Waverley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant for an on-site position in Cranleigh, United Kingdom. Candidates should have experience in purchase ledger or accounts payable, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail. The role includes responsibilities such as processing invoices, managing supplier queries, and maintaining financial records. The hourly rate is £15.00.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar purchase ledger/accounts payable role.
• Strong Excel and financial software skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and time management.
• A collaborative approach with strong communication skills.
• Commitment to accuracy and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Processing of purchase ledger invoices and staff expenses.
• Running fortnightly payment batches and remittances.
• Supplier queries and statement reconciliations.
• Maintaining supplier database including bank details.
• Weekly cash book updates and bank reconciliations.
• Credit card reconciliations and cheque processing.
• Filing, archiving, and general finance admin.
• Supporting colleagues during absence or peak periods.

Skills

Experience in a similar purchase ledger/accounts payable role

Strong Excel and financial software skills

Excellent attention to detail and time management

A collaborative approach with strong communication skills

Commitment to accuracy and professional development

Job description

Overview

We are working with a well-established independent organisation in the education sector to find a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their on-site Finance Department. This role is fully office based.

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Job Type: Temp

Location: Cranleigh (On-site)

Salary: £15.00 per hour

Reference no: 15906

Responsibilities

• Processing of purchase ledger invoices and staff expenses
• Running fortnightly payment batches and remittances
• Supplier queries and statement reconciliations
• Maintaining supplier database including bank details
• Weekly cash book updates and bank reconciliations
• Credit card reconciliations and cheque processing
• Filing, archiving, and general finance admin
• Supporting colleagues during absence or peak periods

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar purchase ledger/accounts payable role
• Strong Excel and financial software skills
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• A collaborative approach with strong communication skills
• Commitment to accuracy and professional development

About the recruiter

Howett Thorpe are acting as a recruitment agency in relation to this role and comply with all relevant UK legislation and do not discriminate on any protected characteristics. Due to the high volume of applications we currently receive, we are unable to respond to all candidates. If you do not hear from a Consultant within 5 working days, please assume that you have not been successful.

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