Finance Assistant

A well-established public sector organisation in Portsmouth is looking to appoint a temporary Finance Assistant for 6 - 8 weeks to support its busy finance function.

Joining a welcoming and supportive team, you'll play a key role in maintaining the smooth running of day-to-day financial processes, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across a range of finance activities. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within a respected organisation that places a strong emphasis on collaboration, attention to detail, and high professional standards.

Offering flexible working arrangements and a competitive hourly rate, this temporary position is ideal for an experienced finance professional seeking their next interim assignment.

What will the temporary Finance Assistant role involve?

• Supporting daily financial processes, including bank reconciliations and invoice processing, ensuring smooth transaction management
• Assisting with supplier payments, petty cash, and maintaining accurate financial records using QuickBooks and NHS systems
• Contributing to Pension administration, including data entry and reconciliation activities, to support pension scheme integrity
• Responding to finance-related queries from staff and external bodies, providing clear and professional assistance
• Supporting month-end procedures and financial reporting tasks, ensuring compliance with data governance standards

Suitable Candidate for the temporary Finance Assistant vacancy:

• Experienced in supporting financial operations within a healthcare or public sector environment, with familiarity of NHS or similar systems
• Organised, attentive to detail, and capable of handling confidential information with professionalism
• Strong IT skills, particularly with QuickBooks, Excel, and other accounting software; proactive in supporting financial processes
• Good communication skills, with the ability to work effectively as part of a team and respond to varied queries
• Adaptable and willing to take responsibility for individual tasks while supporting wider team functions

Additional benefits and information for the role of temporary Finance Assistant:

• 28 days holiday including banking holidays
• Based in Southsea with no free parking
• Office based role – 37 hours per week
• Government pension scheme
• Salary will be dependent on experience
• Opportunity to work with a committed team dedicated to public health

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