Finance Assistant

We are recruiting for a Finance Assistant in Camborne on a part-time, fixed-term basis to the end of March'27 to start as soon as possible.

Contract: Fixed Term, 5 months until the end of March 2027
Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week, 3 days per week
Working hours: 8:30am-4:30pm
Salary: £30,518-£32,061 pro rata

This is a varied role combining Finance Assistant responsibilities with wider office support. You will work closely with the Finance Officer, supporting the effective day-to-day management of the organisation's finances and ensuring accurate financial records are maintained.

Key Responsibilities

Maintain accurate financial and accounting records
Support the preparation of monthly management accounts, cashflows and bank reconciliations
Process supplier invoices and payments, including BACS payments
Assist with payroll and pension processing
Maintain receipt and payment accounts
Process VAT submissions
Update the cash book and post accounting records
Monitor expenditure and assist with budget preparation
Credit control and reconciliation of creditor accounts
Prepare and issue invoices
Assist with year-end accounts and financial statements
Support internal and external audit requirements
Produce ad hoc financial reports as required
Respond to finance-related queries
Ensure required financial information is accurately maintained on the organisation's website

About You

We are looking for someone with:

Skills with income and expenditure, budget monitoring, VAT and PAYE
Strong numeracy and literacy skills
Good working knowledge of Excel and Microsoft Office
Experience using financial/accounting software
Good understanding of VAT
Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise your workload
A professional and confidential approach
Strong communication and customer service skills
A flexible, hands-on approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a small, busy team

An AAT qualification, or similar finance qualification would also be advantageous.

This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Assistant looking for a part-time, 3-day-a-week position, offering a varied workload across finance and administration

Fixed term until the end of March 2027 | 22.5 hours per week | £30,518-£32,061 pro rata

To find out more about this fantastic and rare opportunity please contact Sally Appleby at Berry Recruitment Truro, Cornwall for a chat today

We are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment. All applicants will be considered on the basis of their skills, experience, qualifications and ability to perform the role, and no applicant will be treated less favourably because of a protected characteristic under the Equality Act 2010