Finance Assistant (FTC)

The Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB); Wokingham; Hybrid; GBP 27,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading professional body in construction management is seeking a Finance Assistant for a full-time role based in Bracknell with hybrid working. The successful candidate will support the Transactional Finance Team and manage financial information efficiently. Candidates should have a solid understanding of finance principles and experience in a finance team. The role includes generous benefits such as a competitive salary, flexible working environment, and development opportunities.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Private medical insurance

Generous benefits package

Development opportunities

Qualifications

• Ability to work to tight timescales, organised and flexible, with a focus on excellence.
• Confident IT user with ability to pick up new IT systems quickly.

Responsibilities

• Support the Transactional Finance Team in delivering timely and accurate financial information.
• Manage membership related queries via shared mailboxes and Finance Service Desk.
• Assist with Finance system and Bank to CRM reconciliation process.

Skills

Understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles

Demonstrable experience in an accounting/finance team environment

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Strong attention to detail

Good Excel skills

Tools

Excel

Job description

Job Title: Finance Assistant

Location: Bracknell / Hybrid Working

Department: Finance

Working Hours: Full Time, 36 hours per week

Contract Type: 4 Months FTC

Salary: £26,509 per year

About Us

Would it inspire you to see the tangible impact of your work on the world? To work for an organisation that is committed to making a positive difference for people everywhere. If so, we could be the organisation for you. We are the Chartered Institute of Building (CIOB), the world's largest and most influential professional body for construction management and leadership.

About the Role

As our Finance assistant, you’ll support the Transactional Finance Team in the delivery of timely and accurate financial information and the delivery of compliant efficient and diligent financial practices which facilitate the assessment of the Institutes financial performance and sustainability.

Key Responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the CIOB renewals cycle, ensuring all key milestones and SLAs are met.
• Responsibility for taking customer payments (all methods) to include processing, allocating and reconciling member refunds.
• Managing membership related queries, via shared mailboxes and Finance Service Desk ensuring that SLAs are met, and queries are resolved.
• Assisting with the Finance system and Bank to CRM reconciliation process for UK, HK and China income, ensuring the integrity and consistency of institutes data and financial reporting.
• Supporting the timely and accurate processing of new customer accounts, invoices, credit notes and receipts ensuring all are compliant with the institute’s process/policies and tax requirements.
• Supporting customer account maintenance and credit control ensuring that the CIOB and it’s subsidiaries maintain accurate high quality receivable records.
• Strengthening and growing relationships with internal and external stakeholders through timely processing of invoices and receipts, exercising integrity and confidentiality.
• Providing excellent customer service through responding to queries with SLA’s and contribute to achieving forecasted retention rates ensuring a smooth efficient customer journey.

About You

The ideal candidate will hold the following skills and/ or experience:

• Understanding of accounting, finance, and management principles
• Demonstrable experience in an accounting/finance team environment
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Delivering information clearly and accurately with strong attention to detail to maintain accuracy of financial records.
• Ability to work to tight timescales, organised and flexible, with a focus on excellence.
• A confident IT user with good Excel skills and an ability to pick up new IT systems quickly.

Why Work For Us?

We offer not only the opportunity to make a real difference through your work but also a friendly, flexible, and supportive working environment. Here’s what you can expect:

• A Competitive Salary
• Generous Benefits Package:
• 25 days holiday (rising to 29 with service) plus bank holidays, a birthday day off, and Christmas closure.
• Private pension scheme with employer contributions and free pension advice.
• Private medical insurance (includes Online GP and Wellbeing Assistance) and a Health Cash Plan (includes dental and optical cashback).
• Enhanced family-friendly policies and life assurance.
• Access to resources supporting wellbeing, including an Employee Assistance Programme and mental health first aiders.
• Development Opportunities: Learning and development tailored to your career growth.
• Inclusive Environment: We’re a disability-committed and EDI-focused employer, with values that celebrate diversity and inclusivity.
• Recognition: We hold a Gold Investors in People Award, reflecting our commitment to your development and wellbeing.

We are proud to say that we hold a Gold Investors in People Award – which we really hope will show you our commitment to you as an employer.

How Do I Apply?

To apply for this role please submit a full CV and covering letter. If you would like any further information, please contact us by email on [e-mail]

Please note that we may consider applications as they are submitted and therefore you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.