Finance Assistant

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant professional to join our finance team in Kettering for an immediate start. This is a high-impact temporary role for an individual who is technically proficient, motivated, and capable of managing the full purchase ledger cycle with minimal supervision.

Key Details

• Pay Rate: £15.00 – £18.00 per hour (depending on experience).

• Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Flexible start times between 8:00 am – 09:30 am).

• Location: Kettering (Hybrid). Tuesday is our mandatory day in the office.

• Training: Initial period will be office-based to ensure a smooth handover and system integration.

 Core Responsibilities

• End-to-End Processing: High-volume processing, coding, and matching of purchase invoices.

• System Management: Utilising Sage 200 to maintain accurate financial records.

• Reconciliations: Performing supplier statement reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly.

• Payment Runs: Assisting with the preparation of payment runs and managing supplier queries.

• Team Collaboration: Working independently while supporting the wider finance function during a busy period.

 Requirements (The Non-Negotiables)

• Software Expertise: Direct, recent experience using Sage 200 is essential for this role.

• Proven Track Record: Solid background in Purchase Ledger or Accountancy roles where you have "owned" the ledger.

• Autonomy: Ability to "hit the ground running" from day one with a proactive, self-motivated attitude.

• Availability: Must be available for an immediate start and able to commit to the full duration of the contract (up to 3 months).

• Location: Based locally to Kettering for hybrid office days.