Process invoices, expenses, and ledger transactions accurately and on time
Reconcile supplier/customer accounts and resolve financial queries
Support payments, banking, data entry, and general finance administration
Finance Assistant Location: Birmingham (Central)Salary: £28,000 - £31,000Contract: 6 month FTCFinance Assistant Job in Birmingham - Central LocationWe are recruiting for a Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team based in Central Birmingham. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in finance, accounts payable, purchase ledger, or sales ledger who is looking to develop their career in a stable and supportive environment.About the RoleAs a Finance Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting day-to-day financial operations across purchase ledger, sales ledger, expenses, and banking processes. You will ensure financial transactions are processed accurately, efficiently, and in line with internal procedures. This is a varied and fast-paced finance role offering exposure across multiple areas of transactional finance.Key Responsibilities
Processing purchase invoices, purchase orders, staff expenses, and direct debits
Managing accounts payable processes and ensuring timely data entry
Processing sales ledger transactions including income and bank receipts
Performing supplier and customer statement reconciliations
Investigating and resolving finance queries
Processing manual and online payments, including international transfers
Supporting financial administration for overseas trips
Issuing payment confirmations and receipts to students/customers
Handling front-facing finance queries from staff and students
Supporting enrolment and general administrative tasks where required
Ensuring accurate data entry across finance systems
Maintaining compliance with GDPR and data protection standards
About YouTo succeed in this Finance Assistant role, you will have:
Previous experience in a finance, accounts, or transactional finance role
Strong knowledge of purchase ledger and/or sales ledger processes (desirable)
Excellent attention to detail and accuracy in data entry
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and Office applications
Good communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a busy environment
Strong organisational skills and ability to meet deadlines
A proactive, team-focused approach
Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or above) or equivalent experience in numeracy and literacy
