Finance Assistant (12 month Maternity Cover)

Finance Assistant (12 month Maternity Cover)

Are you an organised and detail-focused Finance Assistant with strong administration skills and a good understanding of finance and accounting processes?

Benefits include:

• £26,000 - £27,000 per annum (pro rata)
• 28 days holiday inclusive of Bank Holidays (pro rata)
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Free on-site parking at Fort Dunlop
• Supportive and friendly team environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a busy finance function

We are currently seeking a Finance Assistant to join our finance team on a 12-month maternity cover contract based at our Head Office in Fort Dunlop, Birmingham. This is a hybrid/remote role, with office attendance required every other Wednesday, with the remainder of the week worked remotely.

This is a part-time position working 25 hours per week. Working hours can be negotiated to suit the successful candidate; however, Wednesday and Friday working are essential.

Reporting to the Management Accountant, the Finance Assistant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance department, ensuring financial records are maintained accurately and finance processes are completed efficiently.

We are ideally looking for someone who can start by mid-July to allow for a smooth handover before the maternity leave period begins.

Please note: Due to month-end finance deadlines, annual leave cannot typically be taken during the first week of each month, although exceptional circumstances will be considered.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Processing purchase invoices, credit notes and payment requests
• Supporting Accounts Payable activities and supplier reconciliations
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and payment runs
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supplier trackers
• Managing the finance inbox and responding to queries
• Supporting month-end processes, payroll administration and reporting tasks
• Providing general administrative support to the finance team

The ideal Finance Assistant will have the following experience:

• Previous experience in a finance, accounts or bookkeeping role
• A good understanding of finance and basic accounting principles is essential
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
• Confident using Microsoft Excel, Outlook and other Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication skills and a professional approach when dealing with colleagues and suppliers
• Experience of Accounts Payable, reconciliations and month-end processes would be advantageous but not essential
• Knowledge of P&L reporting, finance systems or databases would be beneficial but not essential

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to further develop their finance and administration experience within a supportive and growing business.

If this role sounds like it could be of interest, then please apply today for a confidential chat.

G&P is a world-leading quality management services provider, supporting manufacturers in the automotive, defence, aerospace and industrial sectors, and their associated supply chains, to transform quality and efficiency levels.

With over 30 years of experience, we provide tailored solutions through senior management support and expert personnel from our dedicated talent division. Through our award-winning engineering, technical, inspection and talent services, we help businesses minimise risk, maximise performance and achieve operational excellence. Operating from strategic hubs in six countries, we continue to grow across new sectors, always focused on eliminating disruptions and supporting our clients’ drive to zero defects.

G&P is an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age.