Finance Assistant

Behind every happy home and thriving future is a team of people making things happen, and our Finance team is no exception.

We are recruiting for two Finance Assistant opportunities, one permanent position and one 9‑month fixed‑term contract.

From processing payments and maintaining accurate records to supporting rent transactions and preparing reconciliations, you’ll help ensure our finances run smoothly so we can continue delivering services that change lives.

Location:

Stoke-on-Trent / Hybrid

Hours per week: 35

Contract type:
Permanent / Fixed Term

• Process day‑to‑day financial transactions, including bank, rent, sales and purchase ledger activities.
• Prepare payment runs and ensure the appropriate approvals are in place.
• Process customer rent transactions and daily banking activities, including housing benefit payments and Allpay transactions.
• Raise sales invoices and maintain accurate financial records.
• Complete regular reconciliations to ensure accounts are accurate and up to date.
• Support the administration of insurance claims and other finance‑related activities.
• Process journals, accruals and prepayments as part of monthly finance processes.
• Provide general finance administration support and work flexibly across the team to meet changing priorities.

• Experience working in a finance role, such as a Finance Assistant or within purchase or sales ledger.
• GCSE‑level qualifications and a commitment to studying towards an AAT qualification, or an equivalent finance qualification.
• A sound understanding of accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• Confidence using Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to spot and resolve errors.
• Strong communication skills and an understanding of what great customer service looks like.
• The ability to work under pressure and meet monthly deadlines.
• A positive, team‑focused approach, with a willingness to support colleagues and adapt to changing priorities.