Temporary Finance Assistant

Are you detail-focused and ready to support a busy finance team for the next few months? As a Temporary Finance Assistant, you will process payments, support reporting, and keep financial records accurate.

Please note, this is a temporary position paid on a weekly PAYE basis and will require an immediate start, notice periods cannot be accommodated.

• Processing BACS payments, PAYE and expenses to meet key payment deadlines and support operational continuity.
• Raising, recording and matching supplier payments to maintain accurate Purchase Ledger records.
• Recording income and expenditure, reconciling accounts, and preparing information to support timely finance reporting.
• Managing donations and Gift Aid records to ensure supporter records are complete and reliable.
• Monitoring incoming funds, handling banking tasks, and resolving payment queries to keep accounts current.
• Maintaining financial systems and completing routine compliance checks to support effective governance.

• £14.34-£15.89 per hour, depending on skills and experience, plus holiday pay
• Weekly PAYE payroll
• Supportive, welcoming team and clear processes so you can settle quickly
• Opportunity to build experience within a values-led organisation over a focused 4-month period

The company is a not-for-profit organisation with an established track record of delivering support across the UK. The company operates with clear standards of integrity, stewardship and accountability, with a long-term focus on sustainable growth and effective stewardship of resources.

• Purchase Ledger experience and confidence processing supplier-related transactions
• Strong organisation and excellent attention to detail
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Outlook and Word
• Experience using Salesforce (desirable)
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others

You will need to be able to reach the site conveniently by public transport, with the office accessible via train within a short walk. There is also park and ride and bus routes nearby. Please note, no on-site parking is available.