Finance Assistant 12 Months FTC

BMC Appointments Ltd; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm is looking for an experienced Finance Assistant for a full-time contract until October 2026. This office-based role in central Newcastle requires daily commuting. Responsibilities include managing banking activities, processing invoices, supporting credit control, and more. Applicants should have a finance background, strong Excel skills, and be detail-oriented.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounts, especially in professional services.
• Proficient in accounting software and Excel.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day banking activities and reconcile transactions.
• Process expenses and supplier invoices accurately.
• Support credit control and monitor debtor balances.
• Assist with timesheet administration and month-end tasks.
• Manage finance inbox and resolve queries.
• Provide ad hoc finance and administrative assistance.

Skills

Finance background

Accounting software usage

Strong Excel skills

Numerical ability

Organisational skills

Clear communication

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join our well-established client, in the professional services industry, on a full-time fixed-term contract. The role is office based in central Newcastle, until October 2026. You must be able to commute to Newcastle city centre 5 days a week, and be able to demonstrate experience in a similar role.

The contract is to start as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle day-to-day banking activities, including processing incoming and outgoing payments, managing prepaid expense cards, and reconciling credit card transactions.
• Accurately process and reconcile expenses and supplier invoices, ensuring correct posting across Dext, Xero, and CCH.
• Support credit control by monitoring outstanding debtor balances and keeping managers informed of overdue payments.
• Assist with timesheet administration, including chasing submissions and carrying out analysis when needed.
• Contribute to month-end tasks such as journal postings, reconciliations, reporting, and preparing schedules for CFO review.
• Monitor and manage the finance inbox, dealing with queries such as WIP requests, time reallocations, and expense approvals.
• Provide general finance and administrative assistance on an ad hoc basis.

Skills & Experience

• Previous background in finance or accounts (experience within professional services is advantageous).
• Confident using accounting software with strong Excel skills.
• Excellent numerical ability with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.
• Clear and confident communication skills.

Details

• End date: Expected around the first week of October 2026
• Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm (37 hours per week)