Finance Assistant

Confidential; West Malling; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working pattern

Job summary

Confidential in West Malling is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis. The role offers 20-22 hours per week at £14-£18 per hour, with office-based work in ME19.

You will handle supplier invoices, bank reconciliations, and credit control tasks, supported by Xero. The position suits a proactive, organised individual who can hit the ground running and manage daily finance duties with minimal supervision.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a Finance Assistant or Accounts Assistant role.
• Experience using Xero accounting software.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices.
• Managing finance email queries.
• Posting customer receipts.
• Carrying out credit control activities, including issuing statements and payment reminders.
• Performing bank reconciliations.
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc administrative tasks as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independent working

Tools

Xero

Job description

Finance Assistant

£14.00 - £18.00 per hour
Temporary
Part-time 20-22 hours per week
West Malling, ME19
Office-based

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant to join a busy and friendly business based in West Malling on a temporary basis. This flexible part‑time role offers 20-22 hours per week, which can be worked across either three full days or spread over five shorter days.

We are looking for a proactive and organised individual with previous finance experience and knowledge of Xero who can hit the ground running and support the day‑to‑day finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices
• Managing finance email queries
• Posting customer receipts
• Carrying out credit control activities, including issuing statements and payment reminders
• Performing bank reconciliations
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc administrative tasks as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role
• Experience using Xero accounting software
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good communication and organisational skills
• Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.00 - £18.00 per hour
• Flexible working pattern
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a supportive finance team

Benefits of Working Through Reed

As a temporary PAYE employee with Reed, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• 5.6 weeks' annual leave (pro rata)
• Pension scheme with employer contributions
• Access to low-cost healthcare insurance and Health Cash Plan
• Reed Discount Club, offering savings with leading retailers and discounted cinema tickets
• Sick pay
• Maternity, paternity, adoption and shared parental pay (subject to eligibility)
• Ongoing support from your dedicated Reed consultant
• Easy online access to timesheets, payslips, holiday requests and pay history