Finance Assistant

Reference
1097148

Branch
University of Staffordshire

Start date
16/06/2025

Duration
Ongoing

Hours and days
20 to 30 hours per week (Flexible working pattern considered) Fixed term project

Dress code
Business Dress

Rate of pay
£12.50

Holiday rate
£1.47

Role
Our client is a leading waste management and recycling company based in Stoke-on-Trent, committed to providing efficient and sustainable solutions for businesses and individuals across the region. We are a fast-paced, dynamic organisation with a strong focus on environmental responsibility and customer satisfaction.

Duties and responsibilities
We are seeking a highly motivated and proactive part-time Finance Assistant to join our busy finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong foundation in accounting and finance who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can hit the ground running with minimal training.

• Supplier Communication: Managing and responding to supplier emails, resolving queries efficiently and professionally, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Credit Card Reconciliation: Processing and reconciling company credit card receipts, ensuring all transactions are accurately recorded and coded.
• Bank Reconciliations: Performing daily and monthly bank reconciliations, identifying and investigating discrepancies promptly.
• Invoice Processing: Assisting with the accurate and timely processing of purchase invoices.
• Expense Management: Supporting the processing and reconciliation of employee expenses.
• General Finance Support: Providing ad-hoc administrative support to the finance department as required.

Skills and experience

• A degree in Accounting and Finance, Business, or a related field, OR a strong background in finance/accounting with demonstrable experience.
• Proven experience in a finance administrative or assistant role is highly desirable.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy is paramount.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with accounting software packages (e.g., Xero, Sage) is beneficial but not essential as training will be provided.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate professionally with internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive and independent approach, with the ability to work effectively with minimal supervision.
• A genuine desire to learn and contribute to the success of the finance team.

Location
Stoke on Trent

Benefits

• The opportunity to work within a growing and reputable company.
• A dynamic and supportive team environment.
• Flexible working patterns to suit your needs.
• On-site parking.

Additional information
Fixed term project.

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