Finance Assistant - 6 Month Contract

Aria Care; Colchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Colchester is seeking a Finance Assistant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. The role involves supporting the Allocations team with a focus on complex reconciliations and data entry. Ideal candidates will have experience in finance and are detail-oriented, organized, and possess strong communication skills. Competitive salary of £25,000 to £28,000 is offered.

Benefits

Flexible contracts

Competitive pay

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or Reconciliation is essential.
• Ability to complete complex reconciliations and understand issues.
• Accuracy of data entry is a must.

Responsibilities

• Support the Allocations team with finance tasks.
• Complete complex reconciliations and identify solutions.
• Demonstrate effective communication and organization.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in finance

Job description

Overview

This is a 6-month fixed-term contract for a Finance Assistant role within the Finance Department of Aria Healthcare, based at their head office in Colchester. The role will focus on supporting the Allocations team. The successful candidate will be provided with training and guidance during the induction period.

Job responsibilities

• Support the Allocations team with a range of tasks including complex reconciliations, data entry, and related finance activities.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and effective communication.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a diverse and inclusive employer that values learning from each other's cultures, beliefs, and experiences. They strive for excellence, transparency, and quality care, and aim to provide colleagues with tools, opportunities, and support to develop professionally and personally.

Details

Date posted: 22 September 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £25,000 to £28,000 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 1386367551

Job locations: Aria Healthcare, Colchester, CO4 9YQ

Job Description

Job responsibilities – Finance Assistant - Allocations

Contract: 6 month fixed term

Location: Colchester, Full time

Salary: £25,000 - £28,000

Working arrangement: Office based with free onsite parking; hybrid working

Are you a finance assistant looking for an opportunity to gain skills and experience in a 6 month contract? We are looking for someone to join our Finance Department based in our head office in Colchester. Supporting our current team with a focus on the Allocations team. You will be guided and trained during your induction, and experience in finance (ideally in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or Reconciliation) is desirable.

• Strong attention to detail to spot potential historic inaccuracies.
• Ability to complete complex reconciliations, understand issues, and identify necessary solutions.
• Accuracy of data entry.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills.

We are a diverse and inclusive employer that values learning from each other’s cultures, beliefs, and experiences. If you are empathetic, respectful and have a growth mindset, Aria Care is the right place for you. We support an environment of excellence, transparency, and quality care, providing tools, opportunities, and support to expand your skills.

We offer flexible contracts, competitive pay, and the opportunity to join us in delivering Care From The Heart.

We would be glad to hear from you!

Person Specification

Qualifications – Essential

• Experience in finance, ideally in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or Reconciliation, is essential for this role.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be checked by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Employer details

Employer: Aria Care

Address: Aria Healthcare, Colchester, CO4 9YQ

Employer's website: https://www.ariacare.co.uk/