Finance Officer

Reed; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Hybrid working after training

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Modern offices in St Mellons

Kitchen and break facilities

Job summary

Reed is seeking a Temporary Finance Officer in St Mellons, Cardiff, on a 12-month contract with hybrid working after training. The role supports a growing finance team, handles transactions, reconciliations, and prepares reports as the company relocates and undergoes changes.

You will be vital in maintaining robust financial controls across UK sites. The ideal candidate will have an AAT qualification or equivalent, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work accurately under pressure while

Qualifications

• AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience.
• Proficiency in processing financial transactions and maintaining records.
• Experience in reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain and update financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to customer account queries and resolve issues.
• Produce accurate financial information and reports.
• Support the finance team during audit preparation activities.
• Assist across multiple areas of the finance function as required.
• Ensure compliance with company financial procedures and controls.
• Utilise Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to analyse and manage financial data.

Skills

AAT qualification

Numeracy skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Education

AAT qualification or equivalent

Tools

Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Temporary Finance Officer

• Location: St Mellons, Cardiff
• Job Type: Temporary, 12-Month Contract
• Salary: £14.67 per hour (£30,500 FTE)
• Hybrid Working: Available after training

We are excited to offer an opportunity for a Temporary Finance Officer to join a growing finance team based in modern offices in St Mellons, Cardiff. This role is crucial during a period of significant growth and change, following the relocation to a new facility and a recent company acquisition. With a major audit approaching, this position will be instrumental in maintaining high standards in financial processes and records across multiple UK sites.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Process financial transactions accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain and update financial records.
• Perform account reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
• Respond to customer account queries and resolve issues.
• Produce accurate financial information and reports.
• Support the finance team during audit preparation activities.
• Assist across multiple areas of the finance function as required.
• Ensure compliance with company financial procedures and controls.
• Utilise Excel and other Microsoft Office applications to analyse and manage financial data.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• AAT qualification or equivalent finance experience.
• Previous experience in a finance or accounts environment.
• Proficiency in processing financial transactions and maintaining records.
• Experience in completing reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Strong Excel and Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent numeracy and literacy skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
• Professional and confidential approach to handling financial information.

Benefits:

• Competitive hourly rate of £14.67 (£30,500 FTE).
• Modern office environment in St Mellons.
• Hybrid working model available after initial training (1 day working from home).
• Free on-site parking.
• Kitchen and break facilities.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Opportunity to work closely with senior finance leadership and gain exposure to multiple sites and varied finance activities.