Finance Assistant (Perm: Central London)

Finance Assistant (Permanent)

Location: Kings Cross, Central London
Contract Type: Permanent
Annual Salary: Up to -30,000
Working Pattern: Full-Time (35 hours per week, Monday to Friday)

Are you passionate about finance and eager to make a difference in the housing sector? Join a dynamic finance team at a dedicated public sector organisation based in the heart of London! We are on the lookout for a motivated Finance Assistant who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering excellent customer service.

Our client is a small but impactful social housing landlord that prioritises residents in everything they do. Their team works closely together, ensuring that every member plays a vital role in enhancing the lives of their residents. If you are ready to contribute to their "one team" approach, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:
As a Finance Assistant, you will take on a variety of tasks that support our client''s finance function, including:

• Invoice Processing: Assisting with the processing and coding of purchase invoices.
• Supplier Payments: Helping prepare supplier payment runs and responding to supplier queries.
• Service Charge Accounts: Assisting in the preparation of Service Charge accounts for residents.
• Bank Receipts: Processing bank receipts, ensuring rent ledgers are consistently updated.
• General Office Duties: Providing support with various office tasks as required.

What You''ll Do:
You will report directly to the Senior Finance Officer and play a crucial role in maintaining financial processes. Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Maintaining the purchase ledger and processing invoices.
• Keeping tenant rent accounts updated with receipts, including Housing Benefit payments.
• Preparing bank reconciliations and ensuring accurate electronic filing.
• Upholding confidentiality and adhering to GDPR and Data Protection policies.

Who We''re Looking For:
To excel in this role, you should possess:

• Strong IT skills (Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook).
• A good command of both Maths and English.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Basic accounting knowledge or experience (AAT qualification is a plus!).
• Awareness of GDPR regulations and the importance of data security.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask effectively.

Working Conditions:

• Hours: Office-based for 3 to 5 days per week.
• Core Hours: 9am to 5pm with a one-hour lunch break.
• Location: Kings Cross, Central London

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary ranging up to -30,000 per annum.
• Generous holiday allowance of 26 days per year, plus bank holidays.
• Pension scheme with an 8.5% employer contribution.
• Opportunity for AAT study package if desired.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.

Ready for a new challenge?
If you are excited about the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the housing sector and are eager to grow your finance career, we would love to hear from you! Interviews will take place in person in late April, so candidates will ideally be immediately available or on a short notice period (1 month maximum).