Job Title: Finance Assistant
Location: Nottinghamshire/ Derbyshire boarder (M1 Junction 25)
Hours: Full-time Hybrid (37 hours per week) or 4 days per week for the right candidate
Start Date: Monday 8th September 2025 (Temporary contact with the potential for permanent contract)
Reporting to: Finance Manager via Finance Team Leader

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our busy and high-performing central finance team within a dynamic public sector organisation. This role is pivotal in supporting the Finance Manager and Team Leader with insightful analysis, financial reporting, and processing across our expanding portfolio.

What We’re Looking For:
We’re looking for someone who brings energy, accuracy, and a collaborative spirit to our team. The ideal candidate will have:

UK-based finance experience, with a strong understanding of end-to-end transactional processes (purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations, payroll, etc.)
An AAT qualification or equivalent experience
Proficiency in financial systems and confidence navigating digital authorisation and reporting tools
Strong Excel skills, including VLOOKUPs, Pivot Tables, and data manipulation
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to explain financial information clearly and professionally
A great team player who enjoys working collaboratively, has fun at work, but knows how to get the job done
Strong organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks, manage deadlines, and maintain accuracy under pressure
A commitment to GDPR and safeguarding standards, with awareness of compliance in a public sector setting
High levels of reliability, initiative, and attention to detail

Key Responsibilities:
Document Processing: Manage financial documentation including orders, invoices, receipts, and payroll timesheets. Ensure timely digital authorisation and processing via the organisation’s finance system.
Reconciliations: Conduct regular reconciliations, identify discrepancies, and escalate issues monthly. Reconcile supplier statements and resolve anomalies.
Reporting & Analysis: Support the production of management reports and statutory returns (e.g. Payroll FTE, Employment Survey, Gender Pay Gap). Extract and analyse data to identify trends and performance indicators.
Debtors Ledger Management: Maintain the debtor’s ledger and follow up on outstanding payments. Liaise with stakeholders to resolve issues and minimise delays.
Financial Data Management: Ensure accurate record-keeping and compliance with internal financial regulations and public sector standards. Organise documentation for audits and reporting.
Communication & Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams and external providers. Provide excellent customer service and resolve finance-related queries.
Compliance & Audit Support: Assist with internal and external audits, prepare documentation, and liaise with auditors.
Process Improvement: Identify and suggest improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
Professional Development: Participate in annual appraisals and complete all required training, including safeguarding and fire safety.

Working Arrangements:
Hybrid Working: All staff work from home on Wednesdays and Fridays
Team Culture: You’ll be joining an amazing, collaborative team during a period of growth and transition. We’ve recently expanded and are preparing for further integration.