Finance Assistant

Temporary Finance Assistant (Development) - Hybrid - ChelmsfordContract: Up to 3 months with the possibility of this extending
Rate: £15.00 - £17.50 per hour (depending on experience)
Location: Chelmsford (Hybrid - 2 days per month in the office)
Start Date:ASAP
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday

A respected organisation in the construction / housing sector is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join their Finance Business Partnering team on a temporary basis. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to meaningful development projects while working in a flexible, supportive environment.Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Finance team in delivering high-quality accounting, compliance, and financial management services.
• Ensure accurate recording of daily financial transactions across finance and operational systems.
• Deliver excellent internal customer service by managing account reconciliations, rent postings, and resolving queries.
• Process purchase invoices, manage payment runs, and ensure timely and accurate submission of payments and tax records.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers, contractors, and partners to resolve queries and reconcile statements.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of financial processes, policies, and compliance standards.
• Manage intercompany transactions and perform regular reconciliations.
• Assist with internal and external audit processes, providing necessary documentation and support.
• Promote best practices in budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning.
• Support the preparation of management reports, cash flow statements, and financial forecasts.
• Provide financial insights and ensure compliance with relevant regulations, including VAT.
• Identify and escalate financial risks to relevant stakeholders.
• Carry out additional duties as required by management.

Essential:

• Part-qualified AAT or equivalent experience
• Previous experience in a finance function
• Strong Excel skills and financial systems knowledge
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills

Desirable:

• Experience with Sun and Sequel systems
• Background in development finance

Additional Info:

• Basic DBS check required
• Must be available to work from the Chelmsford office twice per month

Interested? Apply now to be considered for this rewarding opportunity to support impactful development projects in a dynamic finance team.

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