Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance Assistant (Temporary Position)

Location: Tunbridge Wells

Duration: Temporary (6 months with potential for extension)

Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: Competitive

Start Date: Immediate

Company Overview:

Reed Accountancy & Finance is seeking a dedicated Finance Assistant to join our client's team in Tunbridge Wells on a temporary basis. As a leader in recruitment services, we pride ourselves on bridging top talent with outstanding employment opportunities. This role is integral to supporting our clients finance operations during a crucial period of business activity.

Job Description:

The Finance Assistant will play a key role in our client's finance department, assisting with the day-to-day operations to ensure financial health and compliance. This position offers a fantastic opportunity for those looking to enhance their financial skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the preparation of financial statements and reports.
• Manage invoice processing, including verifying, logging, and mailing.
• Conduct reconciliation of bank statements and financial discrepancies.
• Process employee expense claims, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial policies.
• Support the payroll team by providing relevant employee information (e.g., leaves of absence, sick days, and work schedules).
• Assist with budget preparation and audits.
• Maintain digital and physical financial records securely.
• Handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Collaborate with the finance team to improve financial processes and systems.

Requirements: -

• Proven experience as a Finance Assistant, Finance Officer, or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of financial and accounting procedures.
• Experience using financial software (e.g., Sage, QuickBooks).
• Advanced MS Excel skills (creating spreadsheets and using financial functions).
• Excellent analytical and numerical skills.
• Sharp time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong ethics, with an ability to manage confidential data.

Why Join Us?

This temporary role is not just a job but a career growth opportunity. You will work alongside experienced professionals and gain invaluable insights into the financial workings of a leading organisation.

We look forward to receiving your application.