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Finance Assistant

Reed
Posted 7 hours ago, valid for a month
Location

Workington, Cumbria CA14, England

Salary

£15.8 - £16.25 per hour

Contract type

Part Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • The Finance Assistant position in Workington is a full-time temporary role for 6 months, offering an hourly rate between £15.80 and £16.25.
  • The successful candidate will provide essential financial accounting and administrative services under the guidance of the Finance Manager.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in a finance environment, including journal postings and account reconciliations, with a strong proficiency in MS Excel.
  • Key responsibilities include preparing monthly management accounts, processing transactions, managing payroll and pension schemes, and engaging with budget holders.
  • This role offers a supportive team environment with potential opportunities for temp-to-perm positions.
Finance Assistant
  • Location: Workington
  • Job Type: Full-time - Temporary (6 Months)
  • Hourly rate - £15.80 -£16.25

We are seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to provide comprehensive financial accounting and administrative services. This role is crucial for the smooth operation of our clients Finance Team and offers support across the organisation. The successful candidate will work under the guidance of the Finance Manager, contributing to the management of accounts and ensuring compliance with financial procedures.

Day-to-day of the role:
  • Support the preparation of monthly management accounts and update relevant spreadsheets.
  • Assist in processing transactions across Sales, Purchase, Cash Book, and Nominal Ledgers, ensuring accuracy and resolving queries.
  • Prepare and authorise weekly payment runs to manage supplier payments and cash balances effectively.
  • Maintain control accounts and ensure the accuracy of the Component Accounting Schedule.
  • Engage with budget holders to monitor variances and assist in setting annual budgets.
  • Manage aspects of the payroll and pension schemes, ensuring timely and accurate submissions.
  • Handle finance-related queries and support the financial management of specific programs and projects.
  • Contribute to the development and updating of financial strategies, policies, and procedures.
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
  • Proven experience in a finance environment, including journal postings and account reconciliations.
  • Familiarity with the production of monthly management accounts and budget management.
  • Strong proficiency in MS Excel, including pivots, filters, and complex formulas.
  • Experience with bespoke IT systems, databases, and spreadsheets.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging with a range of stakeholders.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
  • Commitment to continuous improvement and quality in all aspects of work.
Benefits:
  • Potential opportunity for temp to perm
  • Supportive team environment focused on personal and professional growth.

To apply for the Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV to Beth at Reed. 

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.