Finance Assistant - Long Term Contract

Robertson Bell; Buckingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a Finance Assistant for a temporary role within a public sector organisation in Buckingham. The successful candidate will manage funding data, handle customer payments, and support finance administration. Essential skills include proficiency in Excel and a proactive customer service approach. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in a collaborative environment during a busy period, with generous benefits included.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension contributions

Qualifications

• Experience in a finance role, ideally in accounts receivable, billing, or credit control.
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage external funding data and process changes.
• Match receipts and import them into internal systems.
• Chase customers for outstanding payments.

Skills

Proficiency in Excel

Strong communication skills

Proactive customer service

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Job description

Are you seeking to progress your finance experience? Interested in working with a dynamic and close-knit team? Ready to get started in an 18 month contract ASAP? If yes, read on!

Robertson Bell is delighted to be partnering with a well-established public sector organisation to recruit a Finance Assistant on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a friendly and collaborative finance team during a period of change and increased activity.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing external funding data via an online portal, including processing changes and verifying details
• Matching receipts and importing them into internal systems
• Chasing customers for outstanding payments and resolving related queries
• Liaising with internal teams to ensure accuracy of financial data and assist with ad hoc queries
• Supporting a variety of finance-related administrative tasks

The successful candidate will have:

• Proficiency in Excel, including lookups and formulas
• Previous experience in a finance role – ideally within accounts receivable, billing or credit control
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach to customer service
• The ability to work well in a fast-paced, process-driven environment
• Availability to work full-time on site, five days per week

This role offers a great chance to gain valuable public sector experience within a supportive team, along with generous annual leave and pension contributions.