Finance Assistant

  • RG Setsquare
  • Oct 28, 2025
Contractor Accounting

Job Description

We're working with a respected organisation in the housing sector who are looking to add a detail-focused and motivated Finance Assistant to their team to cover Maternity leave for 12 months.

This is a great opportunity for someone with solid accounts experience who enjoys working in a friendly, values-driven environment, supporting vital financial processes across the business.

Key Responsibilities

  • Maintain and reconcile cashbooks across multiple accounts.

  • Manage purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring invoices, payments, and credit notes are processed accurately and efficiently.

  • Prepare and process BACS payments, reconcile supplier statements, and manage petty cash.

  • Support month-end and year-end activities, including reconciliations and reporting.

  • Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and external partners to resolve queries promptly.

  • Provide administrative support to the wider finance function and assist with process improvements.

About You

  • Minimum 3 years' experience in a finance or accounts role.

  • Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

  • Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Strong communication skills with a team-oriented approach.

  • Proactive, reliable, and able to manage competing priorities effectively.

  • Experience within the housing or public sector would be an advantage, but not essential.

What's on Offer

  • Competitive salary depending on experience.

  • Supportive, inclusive working culture with opportunities to develop.

  • Generous holiday allowance and pension.

  • The chance to make a difference within a meaningful, community-focused organisation.

How to Apply
If you're an experienced Finance Assistant looking for a stable, rewarding role within a professional and supportive environment, please send your CV to Laura McCormick at (url removed) in confidence.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.