Finance Assistant - Part time

Page Personnel; Epsom; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A national charity in Epsom seeks a part-time Finance Assistant. The role involves managing financial processes like accounts payable and ensuring accurate invoicing, along with supporting month-end procedures. The ideal candidate is AAT studying and possesses strong organizational skills, supporting a positive work environment in a meaningful sector.

Benefits

26 days annual leave (pro rata)

Health care scheme after probation

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
• Practical finance experience.
• Comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage full accounts payable and receivable processes.
• Perform weekly bank postings and reconciliations.
• Support month-end procedures including journal postings.

Skills

Double-entry bookkeeping

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Excel

Education

Actively studying AAT

Tools

Sage

Excel

Job description

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My client is a well-established national charity based in Epsom. They offer a warm, collaborative working environment and are passionate about improving the well being and confidence of the individuals they support across the UK.

Job Description

The key responsibilities for the role of Finance Assistant - Part time will include:

• Manage the full accounts payable and receivable processes, ensuring accurate coding, invoicing, and payment runs using Sage.
• Perform weekly bank postings and reconciliations, applying strong double-entry bookkeeping principles across all transactions.
• Handle staff and supplier payments via Barclays.net and maintain up-to-date supplier and debtor records.
• Support month-end procedures, including journal postings, Gift Aid schedules, and preparation of key reconciliations.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure correct financial coding and explain financial concepts to non-finance staff.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate for the role of Finance Assistant - Part time will have:

• Actively studying AAT with a solid understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and practical finance experience.
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to manage competing deadlines.
• Comfortable working independently and communicating effectively with a remote team.
• Proficient in Excel (including pivot tables) and confident using accounting software such as Sage.
• Positive, proactive attitude with the ability to explain financial information clearly to non-finance colleagues.

What's on Offer

The role of Finance Assistant - Part time offers a salary up to £40,000 FTE (actual salary will be 60% of the FTE), plus:

• 26 days annual leave (pro rata for part-time)
• Health care scheme (after successful completion of probation)
• Spread hours over 3-5 days during the week
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful cause in the charity sector