Fixed-Term Finance Assistant - Growth & Impact in Housing

Building Careers UK; Salford; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A purpose-driven housing organisation in Salford is seeking an Accounts Assistant on a fixed-term basis. This role offers a competitive salary of £25,000 - £32,000 and hands-on responsibility for financial operations. Ideal for individuals early in their finance career, it's an opportunity to help shape processes in an engaging work environment. Join a friendly team with agile/hybrid working options and contribute to meaningful community impact.

Benefits

Friendly and supportive team

Excellent flexible working culture

Agile / hybrid working available

Qualifications

• Experience in an Accounts Assistant or Finance Administrator role.
• Understanding of invoices, reconciliations and ledger processing.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices, expenses and payment runs.
• Managing the purchase ledger and maintaining accurate records.
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and supplier statement matching.
• Supporting month-end procedures, including journals and accruals.
• Helping monitor budgets and track project costs.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries.
• Supporting the improvement of financial systems and processes.

Skills

Good communication skills

Proactive and organized approach

Competence in Excel

Understanding of finance software

Education

Studying towards AAT or similar finance qualification

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

A purpose-driven housing organisation in Salford is seeking an Accounts Assistant on a fixed-term basis. This role offers a competitive salary of £25,000 - £32,000 and hands-on responsibility for financial operations. Ideal for individuals early in their finance career, it's an opportunity to help shape processes in an engaging work environment. Join a friendly team with agile/hybrid working options and contribute to meaningful community impact.