Professional Services

Finance Assistant

Surrey · Hybrid

12 hrs/week

£17–£21 per hour

PAYE employment

Term-time only
Morning hours
PAYE employment

The opportunity.

A small professional services firm needs reliable support to keep its finances accurate and up to date. The partners currently handle much of the admin themselves and would like an experienced finance assistant to take it on. You'll look after the day-to-day bookkeeping, keep supplier and client records in good order and help prepare figures for the firm's external accountant. Hours are concentrated in the mornings during term time, with occasional office days in Surrey. The work is steady and well defined, ideal for someone who likes a tidy ledger and a clear routine.

What you'll be doing.

Process purchase invoices and expense claims accurately and on time.
Reconcile bank accounts weekly and investigate any discrepancies.
Raise client invoices and follow up on outstanding payments politely.
Maintain accurate supplier records and filing.
Prepare month-end information for the external accountant.

What we're looking for.

Essential

Practical experience in finance administration or bookkeeping.
Accuracy and confidence working with spreadsheets.
Experience using cloud accounting software such as Xero or QuickBooks.
A methodical approach and the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Desirable

Experience in a professional services or partnership environment.
AAT or similar qualification, completed or in progress.

A little about the business.

A small professional services company with a loyal client base and a friendly team of advisers based in Surrey.

The practical bits.

Hours per week: 12 hrs/week
Location: Surrey
Working arrangement: Hybrid
Hourly rate: £17–£21 per hour
Working pattern: Term-time only · Morning hours · PAYE employment
Term-time only: The role is designed around term-time working, subject to the agreed contract.
Morning hours: Hours are typically worked in the morning.
Employment arrangement: PAYE employment