Finance Assistant (Short Temp to Perm)

Reed; Burnham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Parking

Staff discount

Stable working hours

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their accounts team in Burnham. The role is full-time office-based, 9am to 5pm, with a half-hour lunch break. You will assist with purchase and sales ledgers, payroll processing, invoicing, and general administrative duties in a family-owned business with a long history.

Ideal candidates have about 1 year in accounts, GCSEs at Grade B in Maths and English, and proficiency in Sage Line 50 and Microsoft Office. Driving is required due to the location.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Sage Line 50 accounting and payroll software.
• GCSE grade B in Mathematics and English.
• Around 1 year of accounts department experience.
• Excellent analytical and numeracy skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Purchase Ledger tasks: approve invoices, process in Sage, reconcile supplier statements.
• Support Sales Ledger: invoicing, amend account details, upload invoices to portals.
• Enter sales ledger payments and assist with Credit Control.
• Contribute to Payroll processing and manage credit card payments.
• Maintain accurate database entries for invoiced work.
• Resolve customer and supplier queries efficiently.
• Perform general administrative duties including filing and office tasks.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Education

GCSE Maths & English (Grade B)

Tools

Sage Line 50

Microsoft Office

Job description

Finance Assistant

• Annual Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
• Location: Burnham, near Maidenhead and Slough
• Job Type: Full-time office based.
• 9am - 5pm (1/2 hour lunch) Monday to Friday

A family-owned business established in 1947 and based in Burnham Beeches, our company is in constant expansion, and we are seeking a hardworking, efficient, and organised individual to enhance our accounts team.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Assist with Purchase Ledger tasks including obtaining invoice approval, processing invoices in Sage, and checking supplier statements.
• Support the Sales Ledger operations including invoicing, amending account details, and uploading invoices to various portals.
• Enter sales ledger payments and assist with Credit Control.
• Contribute to Payroll processing and manage credit card payments.
• Maintain accurate database entries against invoiced work.
• Resolve customer and supplier queries efficiently.
• Perform general administrative duties including filing and other office management tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Sage Line 50 accounting and payroll software, and Microsoft Office packages.
• A minimum of Grade B at GCSE in Mathematics and English.
• Around 1 year of experience in an accounts department.
• Excellent analytical and numeracy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise work effectively.
• Flexible approach to an evolving role with a strong desire to succeed and take on new challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Must be a driver due to location

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday
• Stable working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm with a hour lunch break.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving family business with a rich history and a commitment to excellence.
• Supportive team environment with scope for professional growth and learning new skills.
• Staff discount
• Parking