Temporary Senior Finance Assistant

Adecco; Colchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in the United Kingdom is looking for a Temporary Senior Finance Assistant to ensure compliance with financial reporting requirements and drive the monthly close process. The ideal candidate should have experience in a finance department, particularly in the insurance sector, and possess strong analytical skills. This role offers part-time flexible hours and the opportunity to work with a renowned client in financial services.

Benefits

Candidate of the month incentives

Discount vouchers

Support programmes

Eye care vouchers

Competitive pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience within Financial Services, ideally in Insurance.
• Previous exposure to working with auditors.
• Ability to communicate complex financial information effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting requirements.
• Oversee work of accountants and ensure accuracy in financial reporting.
• Provide commentary and analysis on financial reports.
• Collaborate with auditors for smooth audit processes.
• Contribute to completion of annual accounts.

Skills

Experience in a finance department

Strong expertise in financial cycle reporting

Analytical mindset

Effective communication of financial information

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Temporary Senior Finance Assistant

Location: Colchester

Contract Type: Temporary 3-4 months cover - Immediate Start

Hours: Part time 4hrs per day, can be flexible on days and times of working

Industry: Financial Institution & Insurance

Competitive pay

Are you a dynamic Senior Finance Assistant professional looking for your next challenge? Join our client, a leading specialist in insurance products, as a Temporary Senior Finance Assistant. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional financial oversight, we want to hear from you!

About the Role

In this exciting temporary position, you will be at the forefront of financial statements. Your primary focus will be to ensure compliance with regulatory and financial reporting requirements while driving the monthly close process. Key responsibilities include:

• Overseeing the work of accountants and ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
• Providing insightful commentary and analysis on financial reports for Senior Leadership and the board.
• Collaborating with auditors to ensure smooth audit processes.
• Contributing to the completion of annual accounts with relevant executive commentary.

What We're Looking For

To succeed in this role, you should have:

• Experience in a busy finance department within Financial Services, ideally within the Insurance sector.
• Strong expertise in financial cycle reporting.
• Previous exposure to working with auditors and preparing annual accounts.
• A keen analytical mindset and the ability to communicate complex financial information effectively.

About the Company

Our client is a specialist provider renowned for its bespoke insurance products and exceptional customer service. With over 20 years of experience, they are committed to delivering high-quality solutions and fostering strong relationships within the industry. Flexibility and innovation are at the heart of their business ethos, supported by a robust parent company and trusted partnerships with leading underwriters.

Why work for Adecco?

• Candidate of the month incentives
• Boost rewards - discount vouchers and collect points to spent!
• Support programmes
• Eye care vouchers
• Competitive pension scheme

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Adecco acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. The Adecco Group UK & Ireland is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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