Finance Assistant Job Type: Full-time, 37 hrs per week, 3 months temp (potential for longer) Location: Newcastle (hybrid, 1 day in the office per week) Salary: £12.50-14p/h, depending on experience My client is seeking a diligent Finance assistant to join their team on a temporary basis of 2-3 months with potential for longer. The ideal candidate will be responsible for maintaining our accounting records, ensuring financial documentation is up to date, and performing book-keeping tasks up to the trial balance stage. This role is integral to the smooth financial operation of their charity. Day-to-day of the role: Maintain manual and computerised accounting records in an orderly manner, ensuring information is provided within the normal monthly accounting periods. Communicate effectively with both internal and external parties to obtain timely and accurate information. Handle all finance-related documentation, including payroll, PAYE, VAT, and other statutory returns. Issue and code sales invoices, as well as undertake debt chasing activities. Process and match purchase invoices to orders, check and process staff expense claims, and manage petty cash claims. Prepare weekly creditor payment runs and process the monthly payroll. Perform general financial administrative tasks as required. Take on additional responsibilities as agreed upon from time to time. Required Skills & Qualifications: Proven experience in bookkeeping and financial administration. Strong understanding of payroll processes, PAYE, VAT, and other statutory returns. Proficiency in maintaining manual and computerised accounting records. Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail. Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders. Experience with accounting software and Excel. To apply for this Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV now.