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Finance Assistant

£17.76 per hour
Temporary
Finance Assistant

Location: Kilmarnock
Contract:  Temporary for an initial 12 weeks – may extend
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.45am – 4.45pm, 35 hours per week
Salary: £17.76 per hour

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Finance Assistant to join our client’s Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of a high-quality finance service that supports the organisation's strategic objectives and ensures effective financial governance.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and Chief Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation's financial operations, maintaining robust financial processes and providing excellent service to colleagues across the organisation.

About the Role:

As a Finance Assistant, you will:
  • Support the development and continuous improvement of finance systems, procedures and processes across income and expenditure functions
  • Maintain robust financial processes that provide effective support to budget holders
  • Build positive working relationships with budget holders to ensure financial services meet operational needs
  • Ensure compliance with the organisation's Financial Regulations, operational procedures and procurement policies
  • Assist in the preparation of financial reports, management information and papers to support strategic decision-making
  • Process financial transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring all purchases and payments comply with organisational procedures
  • Promote value for money and support compliant procurement activities
  • Maintain finance systems, databases and administrative processes to ensure an efficient and effective finance service
  • Provide cross-team support across finance functions and work flexibly across multiple sites when required
  • Deliver professional, customer-focused support by telephone, email and in person
  • Support effective cash management and maintain appropriate financial security controls
  • Contribute to the implementation of organisational policies relating to finance, quality, health and safety, risk management, equality, diversity and inclusion
About You:

We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual who is committed to delivering an excellent finance service.

Key skills and experience:
  • HNC in Accounting, Finance or a related subject, or equivalent relevant experience within a complex finance environment
  • Evidence of continuing professional development
  • An understanding of finance operations within a large, complex organisation
  • Knowledge of financial systems and accounting software
  • A sound understanding of delivering efficient, high-quality financial support
  • Knowledge of payroll processes would be advantageous
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
  • Excellent customer service skills and a professional approach
  • High standards of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
  • The ability to analyse financial information and present it clearly with minimal supervision
  • Flexibility to work across multiple sites as required
  • Experience of working within a finance or accounts environment
  • A proven ability to deliver accurate work within demanding timescales
  • Experience of providing financial support within a customer-focused organisation
If you are an organised finance professional with a passion for delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high standards of financial governance, we would love to hear from you.
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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