At a Glance
- Tasks: Process financial transactions and support income and expenditure activities.
- Company: Join a public sector client with a commitment to excellence.
- Benefits: Competitive pay of £200 per day and potential for hybrid work.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for professional growth in finance.
- Why this job: Gain valuable finance experience while contributing to meaningful projects.
- Qualifications: HNC qualification or equivalent finance experience required.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 30000 £ per year.
3-Month Contract - £200 per day - Inside IR35 - Onsite 5 days per week - Kilmarnock
Harvey Nash's public sector client is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their team on an initial 3-month contract. The role will be based onsite five days per week initially, with the possibility of hybrid working as the contract progresses.
Key responsibilities:
- Processing financial transactions in line with organisational policies and procedures
- Supporting income and expenditure activities across the finance function
- Maintaining accurate financial records, systems and databases
- Assisting with reconciliations, payments and cash management processes
- Supporting the preparation of financial reports and management information
- Providing guidance and support to budget holders and internal stakeholders
- Responding to finance-related enquiries in a professional and customer-focused manner
- Ensuring compliance with financial regulations, procedures and governance requirements
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of finance processes and administrative procedures
- Providing cross-team support to ensure a seamless finance service
Essential:
- HNC qualification in a relevant subject area or equivalent finance experience
- Previous experience working within a finance, accounts or financial administration environment
- Experience delivering high-quality work within tight deadlines
- Strong knowledge of financial systems and accounting processes
- Excellent administrative, organisational and prioritisation skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
- A customer-focused approach and commitment to delivering excellent service
- The ability to analyse information and produce accurate, high-quality outputs with minimal supervision
Desirable:
- Knowledge or experience of payroll processes
- Experience working within a large, complex or public sector organisation
Locations
Finance Assistant in Kilmarnock, Scotland employer: Harvey Nash
Joining our team as a Finance Assistant in Kilmarnock offers you the chance to work in a supportive and dynamic public sector environment, where your contributions will directly impact financial operations. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative work culture that values professional growth, providing opportunities for skill enhancement and career advancement. With competitive pay and the potential for hybrid working arrangements, this role is perfect for those seeking meaningful employment while enjoying the benefits of a strong community-focused organisation.
