Finance Assistant - Part time

  • Wolviston Management Services
  • Darlington, County Durham
  • May 06, 2026
Seasonal Accounting

Job Description

Part-Time Finance Assistant
Darlington
Flexible Start Times 3 Days Per Week
Wolviston Management Services are supporting a growing and well-established business in Darlington in the appointment of a Part-Time Finance Assistant to strengthen their finance function.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional seeking flexibility, offering a varied role across transactional finance, payroll and pensions within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role
Working closely with the wider finance team, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of financial operations.
Key responsibilities will include:
  • Supporting day-to-day finance activities including accounts payable and receivable
  • Processing payroll, ensuring accuracy and compliance
  • Administering pension contributions and liaising with providers
  • Managing and monitoring cost centres, ensuring accurate allocation of costs
  • Assisting with reconciliations, reporting and month-end processes
  • Maintaining accurate financial records using Xero
  • Supporting continuous improvement within finance processes and systems
What We're Looking For
  • Proven experience in a finance or accounts role
  • Strong working knowledge of Xero (essential)
  • Experience supporting payroll and pensions administration
  • Good understanding of cost centres and financial reporting
  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workload across a part-time schedule
  • Confident communicator, able to work effectively within a team
What's on Offer
  • Flexible working hours across a 3-day week
  • Supportive and friendly working environment
  • Opportunity to contribute to a growing business
  • Competitive salary (pro-rata, dependent on experience)
If you're looking for a flexible finance role where you can add real value and utilise your Xero experience, this is well worth a conversation.