Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Newcastle Temporary (3 Months) 21.40 per hour

A well-established Not for profit organisation in the North East is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join its finance team on a temporary basis for an initial 3-month assignment.

This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who has gained ideally experience working within a not-for-profit environment to quickly integrate into a busy finance function and provide support across a range of financial activities.

Key Responsibilities;

• Processing and monitoring accounts payable and accounts receivable transactions
• Assisting with budget monitoring and financial reporting
• Performing bank, balance sheet, and control account reconciliations
• Supporting month-end and year-end finance processes
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with financial regulations
• Assisting with grant funding and project expenditure monitoring where required
• Resolving financial queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc financial analysis and administrative duties

Knowledge & Skills;

• Ideally previous experience working within a not-for-profit organisation
• Experience operating within a transactional or management accounting environment
• Strong knowledge of financial systems and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
• The ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and the confidence to work with a range of stakeholders

What's on Offer?

• Competitive hourly rate of up to 21.40 per hour
• Hybrid working opportunities (subject to organisational requirements)
• Valuable public sector experience within a high-profile organisation
• Immediate start available
• Supportive and collaborative finance team environment

If you are an experienced Finance Officer available at short notice and looking for your next interim opportunity within the public or not-for-profit sector, we'd love to hear from you.