Oakley Recruitment is working in partnership with an expanding organisation based in Sutton Coldfield. This is an excellent opportunity to join the team as a Finance and Administration Assistant on a part time fixed term contract Culture and Environment Our clients culture is fast-paced and dynamic, while maintaining a friendly and welcoming atmosphere. In this role, you will provide support to both senior management and external partners. Strong communication skills are essential, as you will be required to liaise with various stakeholders and build effective working relationships. Personality You will play a key role in ensuring the smooth financial and administrative operations of multiple businesses. This position requires excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to meet deadlines. As a team player with a positive attitude and a hands-on approach, you will contribute to the efficiency and success of the team. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and enjoy taking initiative, this could be the perfect role for you. Reward 25 hours a week over 4/5 days 12-18 month contract, with a possibility of becoming permanent Immediate start 25 days holiday bank holidays (pro rota) Job Role: Assisting with the smooth day to day running of the accounts department Preparing of weekly financial reports to provide timely and accurate finance reports Payroll processing support, ensuring compliance with all payroll related requirements. Liaising with outsourcing companies, ensuring smooth operational workflows Raising sales invoices and credit notes Overseeing and managing intercompany transactions Managing of the accounts mailboxes for multiple businesses, and responding to queries and dealing with accordingly Posting of sales ledger cash and producing aged debtor reports Posting of all bank receipts and payments Dealing with supplier invoices, ensuring due authorisation and posting to the purchase ledger Posting of purchase ledger payments and production of aged creditor reports Supplier statement reconciliations Skills and experience: Previous experience in a similar financial & administrative role Sage Line 50 and Xero experience preferred AAT qualifications preferred not essential Good all-round accounting skills Excellent communication skills Strong organisational and administrative skills with the ability to implement and follow systems and procedures Excellent attention to detail, and manage multiple tasks Strong Microsoft Office skills Please Note: We do not contact or write to unsuccessful candidates. If we have not contacted you within 48 hours of your application, you should presume that your application was unsuccessful. By applying for this vacancy, you are permitting for Oakley Recruitment to contact you and retain your details. In compliance with the regulations (April 2004) in place under the Employment Agencies Act, Oakley Recruitment will require proof of identification. A copy of your passport, birth certificate and NI number will be required, as part of your interview process.