Finance assistant

Finance Assistant

Stoke-on-Trent / Hybrid

Hours per week 35

Contract type Permanent / Fixed Term

Behind every happy home and thriving future is a team of people making things happen, and our client’s Finance team is no exception.

They're currently recruiting for two Finance Assistant opportunities, one permanent position and one 9-month fixed-term contract. From processing payments and maintaining accurate records to supporting rent transactions and preparing reconciliations, you'll help ensure their finances run smoothly so they can continue delivering services that change lives.

Job requirements:

• Process day-to-day financial transactions, including bank, rent, sales and purchase ledger activities.
• Prepare payment runs and ensure the appropriate approvals are in place.
• Process customer rent transactions and daily banking activities, including housing benefit payments and Allpay transactions.
• Raise sales invoices and maintain accurate financial records.
• Complete regular reconciliations to ensure accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Support the administration of insurance claims and other finance-related activities.
• Process journals, accruals and prepayments as part of monthly finance processes.
• Provide general finance administration support and work flexibly across the team to meet changing priorities.

What they’re looking for:

• Experience working in a finance role, such as a Finance Assistant or within purchase or sales ledger.
• GCSE-level qualifications and a commitment to studying towards an AAT qualification, or an equivalent finance qualification.
• A sound understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot and resolve errors.
• Strong communication skills and an understanding of what great customer service looks like.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet monthly deadlines.
• A positive, team-focused approach, with a willingness to support colleagues and adapt to changing priorities.

Help them to make sure everyone in their region has access to a happy home. APPLY NOW!

They’ll be interviewing as they go so might close the application process early if they find the right person.

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