Finance Assistant – Hybrid, Shape Growth in Housing

Building Careers UK; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A purpose-driven housing organization in Manchester is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support its finance function on a fixed-term basis. This position offers hands-on responsibility and opportunities for growth in a developing firm. Ideal candidates will have foundational finance knowledge and experience in roles such as Accounts Assistant. The role provides competitive compensation, and the possibility of becoming permanent upon completion of the term.

Benefits

Flexible working culture

Supportive team environment

Opportunity for career growth

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator role.
• Understanding of invoices, reconciliations and ledger processing.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase invoices, expenses and payment runs.
• Manage the purchase ledger and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and supplier statement matching.
• Support month-end procedures, including journals and accruals.
• Help monitor budgets and track project costs.
• Liaise with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries.
• Support the improvement of financial systems and processes.

Skills

Foundational finance knowledge

Attention to detail

Good communication skills

Proactive and organised approach

Competence in Excel and finance software

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

A purpose-driven housing organization in Manchester is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support its finance function on a fixed-term basis. This position offers hands-on responsibility and opportunities for growth in a developing firm. Ideal candidates will have foundational finance knowledge and experience in roles such as Accounts Assistant. The role provides competitive compensation, and the possibility of becoming permanent upon completion of the term.