Join a well-regarded organisation in Southampton as their new Finance Officer. This is a 12-month maternity cover contract supporting the finance operations during a period of growth and positive change. You’ll be part of a friendly and supportive finance team, led by a transparent and approachable Head of Finance. Whether you're reconciling accounts, issuing invoices, or helping customers navigate billing queries, your work will directly support the smooth running of the team. You’ll benefit from a generous employer pension contribution, 31 days holiday, private healthcare, access to an onsite gym and free lunch and more! Reporting to the Head of Finance, you will be responsible for: Maintaining the billing ledger and raising regular invoices Liaising with customers regarding fees and outstanding payments Processing purchase invoices and coding them accurately Reconciling petty cash, bank accounts and other general ledger items Monitoring the shared finance inbox and responding to queries Supporting month- and year-end journals and processes Managing two active bank accounts and ensuring records are up to date Using internal systems to track and report on financial activity What you will need: Previous experience in a similar role, such as Finance Officer / Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant / Credit Controller / Credit Control Clerk / Billing Assistant Experience of invoice processing, reconciliations and/or debt collection Intermediate Excel skills, including formulas, lookups and pivot tables To be a friendly, confident and approachable communicator – comfortable discussing sensitive issues with customers A methodical approach and ability to meet key billing deadlines (Desirable but not essential) Experience working in education or similar sector What you will get: 7.5% employer pension contribution Private healthcare 31 days holiday including bank holidays Access to onsite gym Free lunch on site Hybrid working available (1 day a week) after onboarding Earlier finish Fridays Onsite parking If you would like to find out more about this role, please apply with your CV or LinkedIn PDF. We look forward to hearing from you! We take your application seriously and WE RESPOND TO EVERY APPLICATION…because getting a job is hard enough. The Niche Partnership is acting as a recruitment business in relation to this role. The Niche Partnership complies with all relevant UK legislation and doesn't discriminate on any protected characteristics. By completing the application process, you agree to the terms outlined in our Privacy Notice and that The Niche Partnership may contact you in connection with your application in relation to The Niche Partnership providing you with work-finding services. Our Privacy Notice can be viewed under the privacy tab on our website.