Finance Assistant

Location: Kilmarnock
Contract: Temporary for an initial 12 weeks – may extend
Hours: Monday to Friday 8.45am – 4.45pm, 35 hours per week
Salary: £17.76 per hour

We are seeking a proactive and customer-focused Finance Assistant to join our client’s Finance team. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the delivery of a high-quality finance service that supports the organisation's strategic objectives and ensures effective financial governance.

Working closely with the Finance Manager and Chief Financial Controller, you will play a key role in supporting the organisation's financial operations, maintaining robust financial processes and providing excellent service to colleagues across the organisation.

About the Role:

As a Finance Assistant, you will:

Support the development and continuous improvement of finance systems, procedures and processes across income and expenditure functions
Maintain robust financial processes that provide effective support to budget holders
Build positive working relationships with budget holders to ensure financial services meet operational needs
Ensure compliance with the organisation's Financial Regulations, operational procedures and procurement policies
Assist in the preparation of financial reports, management information and papers to support strategic decision-making
Process financial transactions accurately and efficiently, ensuring all purchases and payments comply with organisational procedures
Promote value for money and support compliant procurement activities
Maintain finance systems, databases and administrative processes to ensure an efficient and effective finance service
Provide cross-team support across finance functions and work flexibly across multiple sites when required
Deliver professional, customer-focused support by telephone, email and in person
Support effective cash management and maintain appropriate financial security controls
Contribute to the implementation of organisational policies relating to finance, quality, health and safety, risk management, equality, diversity and inclusion

About You:

We are looking for an organised, enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual who is committed to delivering an excellent finance service.

Key skills and experience:

HNC in Accounting, Finance or a related subject, or equivalent relevant experience within a complex finance environment
Evidence of continuing professional development
An understanding of finance operations within a large, complex organisation
Knowledge of financial systems and accounting software
A sound understanding of delivering efficient, high-quality financial support
Knowledge of payroll processes would be advantageous
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
Excellent customer service skills and a professional approach
High standards of accuracy and attention to detail
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
The ability to analyse financial information and present it clearly with minimal supervision
Flexibility to work across multiple sites as required
Experience of working within a finance or accounts environment
A proven ability to deliver accurate work within demanding timescales
Experience of providing financial support within a customer-focused organisation

If you are an organised finance professional with a passion for delivering excellent customer service and maintaining high standards of financial governance, we would love to hear from you.

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