Finance Assistant Location: Sutton Coldfield Job Type: 12 month contract with the potential to extend Salary: 26-28k pro rata depending on experience Working Hours: 25-30 hours per week over 5 days About the Role: We are seeking a skilled and proactive Finance Assistant to join our dynamic finance team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with previous experience in a similar role who thrives in a fast-paced environment. As a Finance Assistant, you will play a key part in ensuring smooth financial operations across several businesses, supporting both senior management and external partners. Key Responsibilities: Weekly Finance Reporting: Provide timely and accurate weekly finance reports to directors, covering several businesses. Payroll Processing Support: Assist with staff payroll processing, ensuring compliance with all payroll-related requirements. Invoicing: Manage weekly invoicing and ensure timely and accurate processing. Intercompany Transactions: Oversee and manage intercompany transactions, ensuring accuracy and compliance. Accounts Mailbox Management: Manage accounts mailboxes for multiple businesses, responding to queries and coordinating accordingly. Liaising with Outsourcing Companies: Collaborate with external outsourcing companies, ensuring smooth operational workflows. Holiday Cover for Credit Controller: Provide holiday cover for the credit controller, ensuring credit control processes are maintained. Supplier Invoices & Creditors: Input supplier invoices accurately, ensuring all creditor accounts are up to date and well-maintained. Bookkeeping: Assist with general bookkeeping tasks, including reconciling accounts, managing financial records, and ensuring accurate data entry for financial transactions. Essential Skills & Experience: Previous experience in a similar finance assistant/bookkeeper role. Proficient in using Sage 50 and a good working knowledge of Xero. Strong attention to detail and accuracy. Excellent communication and organisational skills. Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively. Experience working with intercompany transactions and handling complex accounts. A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Desirable: Experience in payroll processing and managing creditor accounts. Knowledge of working with outsourcing companies and managing intercompany reporting. Why Join Us? Competitive salary with opportunities for growth and development. Work in a supportive and collaborative team environment. Opportunity to gain valuable experience across various finance functions. Flexible working arrangements available. If you’re a finance professional with experience using Sage 50 and a desire to contribute to a growing business, we’d love to hear from you. To Apply: Please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience to (email address removed) .co .uk