Full job descriptionFinance Assistant - Temporary
*Location: Birmingham City Centre
*Salary: £
*Job Type: Full-time, Temporary
*Expected Assignment Length: 1 month
We are supporting our client with an immediate start Finance Assistant assignment. This role is ideal for someone who is keen to support a busy and collaborative finance team, primarily focusing on Accounts Payable, with additional exposure to Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, and reporting. This position offers a great chance to broaden your finance experience within a supportive and evolving environment.
Day-to-day of the role:
*Maintain the purchase ledger, including invoice processing, payment runs, and supplier account management.
*Resolve supplier queries, chase missing documentation, and verify changes to supplier details.
*Review and process employee expense claims in accordance with company policy.
*Support colleagues with prepayment card expense processing and ensure compliance with internal procedures.
*Monitor outstanding purchase orders and follow up on approvals and discrepancies.
*Provide support across Accounts Receivable and General Ledger tasks such as raising sales and proforma invoices, processing customer receipts, and posting journals.
*Assist with credit control activities, including chasing overdue debt and resolving customer queries.
*Produce regular finance reports with commentary, such as aged creditors/debtors and held invoices.
*Maintain the cashbook and ensure accurate reconciliation to bank statements.
*Assist with VAT return preparation and provide cover to ensure timely submission.
*Collaborate with procurement to ensure processes are followed and suggest improvements.
*Support the administration of corporate accounts, ensuring proper approvals and access controls.
*Contribute proactively to improving finance systems and processes.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
*Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant role or similar finance position.
*Strong understanding of Accounts Payable, with exposure to other finance areas being desirable.
*Good working knowledge of finance systems and Excel.
*Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
*Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build relationships internally and externally.
*Proactive, collaborative mindset with a willingness to learn and develop.
To apply for this Accounts Assistant position, please submit your CV and cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.