Finance Assistant
JOB OVERVIEW
Location: London (Hybrid – 2/3 days office per week, flexible schedule)
Salary : £21,600 – £36,000 annually (pro rata depending on hours & experience)
Job Type: Part-Time | 15–25 hours weekly | Suitable for students & graduates
Graduate: Entry-Level
To apply for this job email your details to info@fincasthrsolutions.co.uk.
About the Role
We are seeking a detail-driven Finance Assistant (Part-Time) to support day-to-day accounting operations and financial administration. This position is ideal for students or recent graduates looking to gain practical finance experience while pursuing their studies or other commitments.
You will assist with transactional entries, reporting tasks, reconciliations and internal documentation, working with the finance team during month-end processes. Strong performers may be offered full-time employment after demonstrating competence and readiness.
Key Responsibilities
- Process invoices, purchase orders, bills and payment runs
- Support bookkeeping entries and transaction categorisation
- Assist with bank reconciliations and month-end reporting tasks
- Maintain expense records and petty cash logs
- Prepare spreadsheets, summaries and basic financial reports
- Assist with credit control and supplier/client communication
- Maintain internal filing and finance documentation
- Support senior finance staff with general administrative tasks
Ideal Candidate
- Studying or recently graduated in Accounting, Finance, Business, Economics or similar field
- Strong Excel skills (formulas, VLOOKUPs, PivotTables desirable)
- High level of accuracy when working with numbers and data entry
- Strong communication skills and professional phone/email manner
- Exposure to or familiarity with Sage, Xero or QuickBooks is beneficial
- Must have basic knowledge of UK financial regulations and an understanding of why accuracy, compliance and record-keeping are important within finance roles
- Interest in progressing into ACCA/ACA/CIMA training is advantageous
What We Offer
- Flexible working hours designed to suit academic or personal schedules
- Hybrid working option after training and onboarding
- Training across finance software, reporting and internal accounting processes
- Exposure to real month-end workflows and reporting cycles
- Career progression into a full-time role when ready, with internal growth opportunities
- Supportive and development-focused work environment
- 25 days annual leave pro rata plus pension eligibility
Why This Role Suits You
A strong opportunity for individuals who want to gain real-world accounting and finance experience. The role strengthens technical and administrative skills, builds corporate finance exposure, and creates a pathway into full-time finance roles in the future.
How to Apply
To apply, please submit:
- Your CV
- A short cover letter outlining your interest and weekly availability