Finance Assistant

Job Title: Finance & Accounts Administrator
Location: Birmingham
Package: £(phone number removed) , 25 days holiday, early Friday finishes, and more
Working hours: Full time, Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5pm, 2:30pm finish on Fridays

A highly experienced and RIBA Chartered Architecture practice in Birmingham, are hiring for Finance and Accounts Administrator. This medium sized practice offer a comprehensive range of architectural services, and have grown at a consistent rate to over 40 members of staff

This position is a crucial role, to supporting day to day financial operations. The role involves managing invoicing processes, payroll administration, purchase order creation, and coordinating payment runs. If you are a Finance Assistant, seeking a new challenge within a forward thinking employer, then look no further

Finance Assistant Job Responsibilities

Invoicing (Accounts Receivable & Payable)

• Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on time
• Process supplier invoices and ensure correct coding and approvals
• Monitor outstanding invoices and follow up on payments
• Liaise with external bookkeeper and accountants to support financial processes and reporting

Payroll Administration

• Assist with the preparation and processing of payroll
• Maintain accurate employee records and timesheets

Purchase Orders

• Create and manage purchase orders in line with company procedures
• Track and reconcile purchase orders with invoices

Payment Runs

• Prepare and set up payments for scheduled payment runs
• Verify payment details and ensure proper authorization
• Maintain accurate records of all outgoing payments

General Finance Support

• Reconcile bank statements and financial records
• Assist with month-end processes and reporting
• Maintain organised financial documentation and filing systems

Finance Assistant Job Requirements

* Previous experience in an administrative or account's role
* Familiarity with accounting software (e.g., Sage) and Microsoft Excel
* Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively
* Good communication skills and a team-oriented approach
* Able to quickly learn & adapt to new systems - 'Deltek PIM (Project Information Management) - training to be provided.

Finance Assistant Salary & Benefits

* Salary dependant on experience, ranging from £25,000-£30,000
* 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays
* Mental Health and Wellbeing Support
* Pension and annual bonus scheme
* 14:30 finish on Fridays
* Extra perks including CPDs, team outings, mentoring, cycle to work, and more

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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