Finance Assistant (Keele)

Napier Partnership Limited; Keele; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A marketing agency is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team in Keele. This part-time role (20–25 hours/week) involves processing invoices, reconciling accounts, and supporting financial data analysis. The ideal candidate should have at least 2 years of experience in finance, strong Excel skills, and attention to detail. The position offers a salary of £25,000 pro rata, alongside flexible hours and study support for AAT qualifications.

Benefits

Salary of £25,000 pro rata

Flexible part-time hours

Study support for AAT

Access to employee ownership scheme

Opportunities for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar finance/accounts role.
• Current study or intention to study towards AAT qualification.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices and expenses.
• Matching purchase invoices to purchase orders.
• Assisting with client sales invoices.
• Reconciling bank payments and receipts.
• Maintaining financial records.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Excellent organisation

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Job description

Overview

Finance Assistant

Location: Napier Offices, Keele University (Hybrid) MUST BE BASED LOCALLY

Salary: £25,000 per annum (pro rata)

Hours: 20–25 hours per week, over 4 or 5 days (negotiable)

Start Date: Beginning of October 2025

The Role

Napier is a PR-led, full-service marketing agency specialising in the B2B technology sector. We are looking for a Finance Assistant to join our friendly team in Keele. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a good head for numbers. This role would suit someone who is currently studying towards their AAT qualification, or who is keen to do so. We will provide study support as part of your development.

What you’ll be doing

• Processing purchase invoices, expenses, and staff credit card statements.
• Matching purchase invoices to purchase orders and ensuring accurate coding.
• Assisting with raising and processing client sales invoices.
• Entering sales and purchase invoices into Xero and the agency’s management system.
• Reconciling bank payments and receipts.
• Assisting Account Managers with setting up jobs, quotes, and purchase orders.
• Helping with media buying purchase orders and monthly client invoicing.
• Running reports and analysing financial data to support management decisions.
• Maintaining financial records and filing systems.
• Supporting ad-hoc finance tasks and office administration, including answering calls and greeting visitors.

What you’ll need

• At least 2 years’ experience in a similar finance/accounts role.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Excellent organisation, planning, and communication skills.
• A proactive and confident approach to problem-solving and liaising with colleagues.
• Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy.

What you’ll get in return

• Salary of £25,000 pro rata.
• Hybrid working – 2 days in the Keele office, remainder from home.
• Flexible part-time hours (20–25 per week across 4 or 5 days).
• Study support for AAT (if required).
• Access to our employee ownership scheme.
• Fantastic opportunities for personal and professional development.

How To Apply

If you’re looking for your next challenge and want to grow your career in finance within a supportive, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join us at Napier!