Finance Assistant (Short Temp to Perm)

Job description

Job Description

Finance Assistant

• Annual Salary: £28,000 - £30,000
• Location: Burnham, near Maidenhead and Slough
• Job Type: Full-time office based.
• 9am – 5pm (1/2 hour lunch) Monday to Friday

A family-owned business established in 1947 and based in Burnham Beeches, our company is in constant expansion, and we are seeking a hardworking, efficient, and organised individual to enhance our accounts team.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Assist with Purchase Ledger tasks including obtaining invoice approval, processing invoices in Sage, and checking supplier statements.
• Support the Sales Ledger operations including invoicing, amending account details, and uploading invoices to various portals.
• Enter sales ledger payments and assist with Credit Control.
• Contribute to Payroll processing and manage credit card payments.
• Maintain accurate database entries against invoiced work.
• Resolve customer and supplier queries efficiently.
• Perform general administrative duties including filing and other office management tasks.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proficiency in Sage Line 50 accounting and payroll software, and Microsoft Office packages.
• A minimum of Grade B at GCSE in Mathematics and English.
• Around 1 year of experience in an accounts department.
• Excellent analytical and numeracy skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to prioritise work effectively.
• Flexible approach to an evolving role with a strong desire to succeed and take on new challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and a willingness to learn and adapt.
• Must be a driver due to location

Benefits:

• 28 days holiday
• Stable working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm with a ½ hour lunch break.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving family business with a rich history and a commitment to excellence.
• Supportive team environment with scope for professional growth and learning new skills.
• Staff discount
• Parking

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Slough

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

09-09-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English