Temporary Finance and Administrative Assistant

JAM Recruitment Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

JAM Recruitment Ltd is seeking a part-time Temporary Finance and Administrative Assistant in London to support a not-for-profit organisation.

The role covers bookkeeping, invoice processing, expense tracking, governance tasks and general admin to assist the CEO, with 15 hours per week and remote work with occasional Borough attendance.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, accounting or office support roles.
• Experience using accounting software and financial management systems.
• Experience maintaining accurate financial records.
• Strong MS Office skills (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Experience organising meetings and managing administrative processes.

Responsibilities

• Finance: Reconcile monthly bank statements and ensure receipts and supporting documentation are maintained.
• Process invoices and manage expense tracking for the organisation.
• Assist with governance, scheduling and administrative tasks.
• Liaise with payroll providers as required.
• Maintain organisational databases and contact systems.
• Support CEO with day-to-day operational activities.

Skills

Numerical accuracy

Accounting software (Xero/QuickBooks)

Organisational skills

Office administration experience

Tools

Xero

QuickBooks

Microsoft Office

Job description

This part-time contract in London offers 15 hours weekly, paying between £18 and £20 hourly plus holiday pay. Working remotely with occasional attendance near Borough, the Temporary Finance and Administrative Assistant supports a not-for-profit organisation. Duties include bookkeeping, invoice processing, expense tracking and maintaining financial records. The post holder also assists with governance tasks, scheduling, correspondence and operational duties alongside the Chief Executive Officer. Applicants need strong numerical accuracy, proficiency in accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks, and solid organisational abilities. Prior office or charity finance experience is advantageous. The assignment suits someone seeking flexible hours within a worthwhile cause, combining administrative coordination with core financial support.

Temporary Finance andamp; Administrative Assistant Temporary | 15 hours per week | £20 per hour + holiday pay Remote working with occasional office attendance in Borough, Central London

Are you an organised, detail-focused finance and administration professional looking for a flexible temporary opportunity with a small organisation making a real difference£ We are working with a London-based not-for-profit organisation looking for a reliable and proactive Finance andamp; Administrative Assistant to provide essential financial, administrative and operational support to the organisation. This is a varied role offering the opportunity to work closely with the Chief Executive Officer and contribute across finance, administration, governance and day-to-day operations.

About the Role

As Finance andamp; Administrative Assistant, you will help ensure the smooth and efficient running of the organisation. You''ll take responsibility for maintaining accurate financial records while also providing administrative support and coordinating a range of operational activities. The role would suit someone who is highly organised, comfortable working independently and enjoys a varied position where no two days are necessarily the same.

Key Responsibilities

• Finance: Reconcile monthly bank statements and ensure receipts and supporting documentation are maintained.
• Support external bookkeepers with monthly and quarterly management accounts.
• Assist external auditors with the annual financial reporting process.
• Liaise with payroll providers as required.
• Maintain accurate records relating to grants.
• Provide general support with the organisation''s financial records and processes.
• Administration and Operations: Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Chief Executive Officer.
• Coordinate travel arrangements, accommodation and event logistics.
• Maintain organisational databases and contact management systems.
• Manage insurance arrangements as required.
• Support procurement activities and supplier relationships.
• Assist with governance and compliance requirements, including liaising with external company secretarial providers.
• Liaise with external pension compliance and IT support providers.
• Liaise with the website provider and support website development as agreed.
• Provide general operational support to ensure the smooth running of the organisation.

About You

We''re looking for someone who is organised, dependable and confident managing a range of responsibilities.

• Experience in a finance, accounting, administrative or office support role.
• Experience using accounting software and financial management systems.
• Experience maintaining accurate financial records.
• Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience organising meetings and managing administrative processes.

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