Our client, based in Irlam, is looking for a Finance Assistant to cover 12 months maternity leave. Duties of the Role: Running management reports (Variance analysis if experienced) Support the Head of Finance to provide variance analysis Bank reconcilliation Assist in the preparation of month end accounts to a strict timetable and focus on streamlining processes. Assist in the processing of employee expenses. Assist with the budgeting process. Take a leading role in inventory management by performing regular counts. Perform reconciliations of balance sheet control accounts. Assist in responding to audit queries. Skills/ Experience/Qualifications: Applicants need to beAAT qualified or Finance graduate or CIMA/ACCA/ACA studier. Good knowledge of excel. Strong analytical and data analysis skills. Hours of work: 38 hours per week Mon - Thurs 8:30 - 17:00 Friday 8:30 - 15:50 1 day per week working from home. 25 days holiday plus stats. Flexibility on start and finish times. £25K- £30Kdepending on experience. Please apply with your CV in the first instance.