Finance Assistant (Short Temp to Perm)

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

Benefits offered by this job

28 days holiday

Parking

Staff discount

Job summary

Reed seeks a Finance Assistant based in Burnham to support purchase and sales ledgers, process invoices in Sage, assist payroll, and manage administrative tasks. The role is full-time, office-based, 9am–5pm, in a thriving family business with a strong history.

Ideal candidates will have ~1 year in accounts, GCSEs at grade B in Maths and English, proficiency in Sage Line 50 and MS Office, and excellent numeracy and communication skills. A driving licence is required due to location.

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.

Responsibilities

• Assist with Purchase Ledger tasks including obtaining invoice approval and processing invoices in Sage.
• Support Sales Ledger operations including invoicing and updating supplier/account details.
• 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 office management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

GCSE Maths (Grade B)

GCSE 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