Part-Time Finance Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected property company based in Exeter is seeking a part-time Finance Assistant. This role involves essential bookkeeping tasks, supporting monthly financial reporting, and working closely with the Head of Finance. The ideal candidate will have experience in finance, strong knowledge of accounting principles, and excellent Excel skills, offering a flexible and integral role within a small team.

Benefits

Hybrid working after 6 months

Company pension

Flexibility in hours

Central office location

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in finance or accounting role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and handling ledgers.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Assisting the Head of Finance with core accounting functions.
• Managing sales and purchase ledgers, account reconciliation.
• Preparing financial reports and supporting ad-hoc projects.

Skills

Accounting principles

Excel

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Degree in finance, accounting, or related field

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

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Job Title: Finance Assistant – Part Time

Location: Exeter – Office-based (Hybrid working available after 6 months)

Contract: Permanent, Part-time

Hours: 21 hours per week (ideally 5 mornings, flexible for the right candidate)

Benefits: Hybrid working (after 6 months), company pension, flexibility in hours, central office location

Support a dynamic property business with your finance expertise.

ARK is delighted to be recruiting a part-time Finance Assistant on behalf of a long-established and respected property company based in Exeter. This is a fantastic opportunity for a finance professional to join a close-knit team and play a key role in ensuring accurate financial operations across the business.

Working alongside the Head of Finance, you’ll be responsible for a range of essential bookkeeping and accounting tasks, supporting monthly financial reporting, and maintaining high standards of accuracy and organisation.

What you’ll be doing:

• Assisting the Head of Finance with core accounting functions

• Managing both sales and purchase ledgers, including account reconciliation and entering journals

• Generating sales commission invoices and service charge demands

• Recording incoming payments and maintaining accurate billing records

• Handling supplier payments, recording bank transactions, and performing reconciliations

• Reconciling petty cash and company credit card usage

• Collating timesheets and expense claims for payroll

• Supporting the preparation of financial reports and providing admin support for ad-hoc projects

What we’re looking for:

• 2–3 years of experience in a finance or accounting role

• Strong knowledge of accounting principles and confidence handling ledgers and reconciliations

• Excellent Excel skills and ideally some experience with QuickBooks (preferred, not essential)

• Highly numerate with strong attention to detail

• A proactive, can-do attitude with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

• Ability to work independently and manage your own time effectively

• A degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is desirable but not essential

If you're looking for a flexible, part-time role where your finance skills will make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.