Finance Assistant

Stockport Temporary £25,000 - £26,000 per year View Job Description
Interim Finance Assistant opportunity for 6 months on a term time only basis. Public Sector organisation based in Stockport
  • Interim Finance Assistant Opportunity- Term Time Only
  • Public Sector organisation based in Stockport

About Our Client

The organisation is a Public Sector organisation in Stockport. They are looking for someone to join their Finance team on a 6 month basis initially offering the role on a term time basis. The role is an all-round Finance Assistant opportunity

Job Description

Duties of the role include but are not limited to:

  • Process purchase orders, invoices, and payments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with school financial procedures
  • Maintain financial records and update accounting systems
  • Support budget monitoring by tracking departmental spend and flagging variances
  • Assist with payroll administration, including timesheets and staff expense claims
  • Handle cash, banking, and reconciliation of income (e.g. trip payments, meals, lettings)
  • Provide general administrative support to the finance team and respond to staff/supplier queries



The Successful Applicant

A successful Finance Assistant should have:

  • Processed purchase orders, invoices and payments previously
  • Excellent Financial Systems knowledge and pick systems up quickly
  • Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail.
  • Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
  • A basic understanding of financial processes, including bookkeeping and reconciliations.
  • Good communication and organisational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
  • A positive attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

What's on Offer

  • Salary equivalent of £25,500 FTE paid on an hourly rate basis
  • 6 months interim role
  • Term time only
  • Free parking
  • 4pm finish



If you are interested in this Finance Assistant position, we encourage you to apply!

Contact
Rachel Tammadge
Quote job ref
JN-042026-7006328
Phone number
+44 161 829 0353

Job summary

Job function
Accounting
Subsector
Accounts Assistant
Sector
Public Sector
Location
Stockport
Contract type
Temporary
Consultant name
Rachel Tammadge
Consultant phone
+44 161 829 0353
Job reference
JN-042026-7006328