Finance & Business Assistant - Temp to Perm

Grafters Recruitment Consultants Ltd; Eastbourne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Grafters Recruitment Consultants Ltd is seeking a Finance / Business Assistant for a temporary position in Eastbourne. You will handle invoicing, reconciliations, reporting and budgeting support to ensure accurate financial operations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on accounting experience, is detail-driven, and can work across departments. Immediate start with potential for permanent placement and opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum AAT Level 3 Diploma or equivalent accounting experience.
• 2+ years in finance or accounting, preferably in SME settings.
• Solid bookkeeping and financial reporting knowledge.
• Proficient with Xero and Excel; strong Office suite skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and raise sales invoices and record payments.
• Produce weekly aged debt reports and liaise with Finance Director.
• Support costings, banking, and VAT reporting processes.
• Perform bank reconciliations and post transactions weekly.
• Assist budgeting with data; provide analysis as needed.
• Onboard new starters and support travel bookings/admin.

Skills

AAT Level 3 Diploma

Excel

Communication

Analytical

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Teamwork / independence

Education

AAT Level 3 Diploma in Accounting

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Office

Job description

Grafters Recruitment Consultants Ltd is seeking a Finance / Business Assistant for a temporary position in Eastbourne. You will handle invoicing, reconciliations, reporting and budgeting support to ensure accurate financial operations.

The ideal candidate has hands-on accounting experience, is detail-driven, and can work across departments. Immediate start with potential for permanent placement and opportunity to contribute to strategic decision-making.