Finance Assistant
Posted 3 days ago by HAYS
Negotiable
Undetermined
Undetermined
Northampton, Northamptonshire, UK
Summary: The Finance Assistant role is a full-time position based in Northamptonshire, initially offered on a temporary basis with the potential to become permanent after three months. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively. Responsibilities include managing purchase ledgers, processing invoices, and performing reconciliations. Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel is required, with experience in the construction industry considered advantageous.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintaining the purchase ledger and reconciling supplier statements.
- Handling subcontractor verification, invoice authorisation, and settlements.
- Preparing CIS submissions and VAT reconciliation, including filing.
- Processing expenses, credit card reconciliations, and customer payments.
- Raising sales invoices and providing credit control support.
- Performing cashbook and bank reconciliations.
Key Skills:
- Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and Word.
- Minimum of 2 years experience in bookkeeping/accounts.
- Strong organisational capabilities.
- Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner.
- Ability to prioritise workloads and problem-solve effectively.
- High levels of attention to detail and accuracy.
Salary (Rate): £17.00 hourly
City: Northampton
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: undetermined
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: Other
Full-time Finance Assistant/Accounts Assistant based in Northamptonshire
Hays Accountancy and Finance are working on an excellent opportunity with a well-established privately-owned company who are looking to recruit a temporary Finance assistant. The position will initially start on a temporary basis, but after 3 months has the potential to go permanent.
We are seeking an individual with honesty, discretion, and a positive, self-motivated attitude. You should have the ability to work both independently and collaboratively under pressure. Excellent communication skills, a professional telephone manner, and strong organisational capabilities are essential. We are looking for someone who can prioritise workloads, problem-solve effectively, and maintain high levels of attention to detail and accuracy.Key responsibilities include:
- Maintaining the purchase ledger and reconciling supplier statements.
- Handling subcontractor verification, invoice authorisation, and settlements.
- Preparing CIS submissions and VAT reconciliation, including filing.
- Processing expenses, credit card reconciliations, and customer payments.
- Raising sales invoices and providing credit control support.
- Performing cashbook and bank reconciliations.
Proficiency in accounting software, Microsoft Excel, and Word is required. Whilst experience in the construction industry, including reverse-charge VAT and the Construction Industry Scheme, is advantageous, it is not essential.
Job Details:
- Position: Full-time or part-time (can be flexible for the right candidate)
- Salary: Hourly rate of up to £17.00 per hour and if permanent up to £29,000.00 per year
- Location: Northamptonshire
- Flexible start and finish times
- Free parking available
- Flexible start and finish times
- Competitive hourly rate/salary
- Experience: A minimum of 2 years in bookkeeping/accounts is required.