Finance Assistant

Stroud

Reporting to: Finance Business Partner
Hours: 12 - 15 hours per week - these can be worked remotely over 2-5 days for the right candidate
Contract Type: 4 - 8-week temp cover
Salary: £14.00 per hour plus holiday pay

Job Purpose

To support the day-to-day financial administration of the organisation, ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions and assisting with the efficient operation of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase ledger invoices using the company's accounting systems and digital document management tools.
• Reconcile supplier statements.
• Perform bank, direct debit, and company card reconciliations.
• Reconcile transactions from various online payment platforms and e-commerce systems.
• Process petty cash transactions.
• Review and issue sales invoices.
• Liaise with internal teams regarding outstanding customer accounts.
• Send customer account statements on a scheduled basis.
• Manage credit control activities through to escalation where necessary.
• Ensure VAT treatment complies with current HMRC requirements.
• Maintain accurate financial records and documentation.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance administration role.
• Experience using accounting software.
• Understanding of VAT and its application within a business environment.
• Previous office administration experience.
• Proactive approach to improving processes and procedures.
• High level of reliability, integrity, and confidentiality.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills.
• AAT qualification or currently studying towards AAT.

Desirable Requirements

• Xero accounting software experience
• Google Suite including email and docs
• Interest in working within a values-led organisation.

Additional Information

• Undertake any other reasonable duties commensurate with the level of the role.
• Responsibilities may change from time to time in line with business requirements and operational needs.