Finance Assistant (Purchase Ledger & Credit Control Support) | 3 Month Contract | (Inside IR35) | Hybrid | Starting ASAP
Day Rate: £150
Main Duties:
Harvey Nash's Public Sector client are seeking a proactive and detail-focused Finance Assistant to support our finance team primarily in the area of purchase ledger processing. The successful candidate will play a key role in helping us meet our target of paying suppliers within 10 days by efficiently processing supplier invoices and following internal procedures.
Due to current staff absences and team needs, there may also be the opportunity to pivot into credit control duties. In this capacity, you would be responsible for managing customer mailbox queries and maintaining accurate communication records.
Essential Skills & Experience:
* Accurately process and code supplier invoices in a timely manner
* Ensure supplier payments are made within agreed timelines
* Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers to resolve invoice queries
* Support the credit control function by handling inbound customer emails
* Prioritise and resolve customer account queries efficiently
* Maintain accurate records in line with internal policies
* Previous experience in a finance or administrative role (preferably within purchase ledger or credit control)
* Comfortable using finance systems and learning new processes quickly
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
* Ability to adapt to shifting priorities within a small, collaborative team
This role has been deemed Inside IR35 by the client. Applicants must hold, or be happy to apply for, a valid Basic Disclosure Scotland. Please click the link to apply.