Part Time Finance Assistant

SF Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Part-Time Finance Assistant based in Coventry for a 9 to 12 month temporary contract. The role includes bank reconciliations, purchase ledger management, and petty cash handling. Ideal candidates will have strong accounting knowledge and attention to detail, working approximately 25 hours per week from Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping.
• Hands-on experience with bank reconciliation, purchase ledger, and petty cash.
• Strong attention to detail and good numeracy skills.
• Ability to manage time independently and prioritise tasks effectively.

Responsibilities

• Carry out regular bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
• Process supplier invoices and manage supplier queries professionally.
• Record and track petty cash transactions, maintaining a petty cash log.
• Apply sound knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping and support month-end closures.

Skills

Accounting principles

Bank reconciliation

Attention to detail

Time management

Job description

Overview

Part-Time Finance Assistant (Temporary - 9 to 12 Months) based in Coventry. Working Hours: 5 hours per day, Monday to Friday (25 hours per week). Contract Type: Temporary to fixed-term for 9 to 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Bank Reconciliation
  • Carry out regular bank reconciliations to ensure all transactions are accurately recorded.
  • Investigate and resolve discrepancies between bank records and accounting systems.
  • Monitor cash balances and flag any irregularities promptly.
• Purchase Ledger
  • Process supplier invoices, credit notes, and staff expenses accurately and promptly.
  • Match purchase invoices with POs and delivery notes.
  • Ensure timely payment runs and manage supplier queries professionally.
• Petty Cash Management
  • Record and track petty cash transactions.
  • Maintain petty cash log, collect receipts, and reconcile balances regularly.
  • Conduct periodic petty cash audits in line with company policy.
• Debits and Credits
  • Apply sound knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping.
  • Post financial transactions using the correct debit and credit entries.
  • Support accurate month-end and year-end account closures.

Qualifications

• Solid knowledge of accounting principles, including double-entry bookkeeping.
• Hands-on experience with bank reconciliation, purchase ledger, and petty cash.
• Strong attention to detail and good numeracy skills.
• Ability to manage time independently and prioritise tasks effectively.