Finance Assistant - Fixed Term Contract

Croudace Group; Tandridge, Letchworth, Theale; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days holiday

Generous Pension Scheme

Discretionary bonus

Flexible working options

Wellbeing benefits

Life assurance

Volunteer days

Training and development

Family friendly leave

Vehicle allowance

Job summary

Croudace Homes in the Southeast of England is seeking a Finance Assistant on a 12 month fixed-term contract. You will work with Buyers and the Finance team to deliver cost control across the Croudace Group, with a focus on the procurement of materials.

The role requires good Excel skills, experience with ERP systems, and a proactive approach to payments and inventory. We offer a competitive package and flexible working options.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a finance assistant role.
• Good working knowledge of MS Excel and spreadsheets.
• Experience of working with ERP Systems.
• Experience working with inventory.

Responsibilities

• Building strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Processing invoices efficiently
• Conducting thorough checks and verification of material deliveries

Skills

Finance experience

Inventory awareness

Tools

MS Excel

ERP Systems

Job description

Croudace Homes is a family-owned housebuilder with a proud heritage dating back to 1946. Operating across the Southeast of England from our regional offices in Caterham, Letchworth, and Theale, we’re committed to building high-quality homes and careers. Our reputation is built on trust, attention to detail, and a passion for creating communities that stand the test of time.

At Croudace, we believe that a solid foundation starts with the right people. Fostering a culture of open communication, respect &continuous growth, we listen to our people, celebrate contributions at every level, and provide meaningful development opportunities. With a strong focus on well-being and work-life balance, we create an environment where our employees feel valued, motivated, and empowered to succeed—because when our people thrive, so does our business. We’re proud of our low staff turnover and long employee tenures, which reflect the positive experience of working at Croudace.

Finance Assistant

We are currently looking for a Finance Assistant to join our team on a 12 month (approximately) fixed term contract.

As Finance Assistant you will work closely with Buyers and the wider Finance team to deliver effective cost control across the Croudace Group, with a particular focus on the procurement of materials.

What you’ll be doing:

• Building strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure accurate and timely payments
• Processing invoices efficiently
• Conducting thr thorough checks and verification of material deliveries

Skills & knowledge you’ll bring:

• Previous experience in a finance assistant role.
• Good working knowledge of MS excel and spreadsheets
• Experience of working with ERP Systems..
• Experience working with inventory

At Croudace Homes, we believe our people are our greatest asset—and we’re committed to rewarding and supporting them. In return for your skills and dedication, you’ll receive a competitive package that includes (role dependant):

• 26 days holiday, increasing with service, plus an additional day off to celebrate your birthday
• Generous Pension Scheme with up to 10% employer contribution
• Discretionary bonus to recognise your performance and contribution
• Flexible working options, offering greater control over your hours and location
• Wellbeing benefits: discounted gym membership, a *health cash plan (with cover for children), *private Bupa healthcare (based on role & service length), mental health support via our EAP programme including access to counselling, bi-annual health checks
• Life assurance* cover of up to 8x your annual salary
• Up to three paid volunteer days each year to get involved in meaningful community projects
• Training and development opportunities, including support for professional memberships and continued career progression
• Enhanced Family Friendly leave options, recognising that starting or growing a family takes many forms
• Vehicle allowance (role dependant) with free onsite parking and free electric car charging
• Everything else: *retail discount platform, free fruit in the office, monthly Friday fun and cakes raising money for nominated charities, fund match for charity sponsorship, dress for your day where applicable, and modern offices that facilitate collaborative working

*dependent on length of service

At Croudace, we don’t just build homes—we build fulfilling careers. Whether you're starting out or bringing years of experience, you'll find a workplace that genuinely supports your development and celebrates your success.