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Senior Finance Assistant

Job Posted: 18 days ago

Salary: £ 30,000 - 33,500 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Newark on Trent, Nottinghamshire

Expire in: 9 days

Job Description

A well-established organisation based on the outskirts of Newark is seeking a Senior Finance Assistant to join their small, collaborative central finance team. This is a key role supporting both the Finance Manager and Finance Director, offering excellent exposure across all areas of finance.

The position has become available due to retirement in June and presents a great opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for stability, variety, and a supportive working environment.

This role also offers flexibility on working pattern — we are open to both full-time candidates (37 hours per week, year-round) or those who may prefer a term-time only arrangement with a few additional working weeks, depending on individual preference.

As Senior Finance Assistant, you will also support the Purchase Ledger Clerk and take a leading role in month-end processes and financial reporting.

Key Responsibilities

  * Carry out day-to-day finance administration, including authorising orders and payments

  * Support the Purchase Ledger Clerk and provide wider team guidance where required

  * Ensure accurate tracking and reconciliation of grant funding against budgets

  * Assist with month-end processes, including reconciliations

  * Contribute to the preparation of 3–5 year budgets for review and approval

  * Identify and report budget variances, recommending corrective actions

  * Support year-end audit preparation and internal assurance processes

  * Maintain and update the contract register, ensuring renewals are managed effectively

  * Provide ongoing support to the Finance Manager and Finance Director on ad hoc tasks

About You

  * Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a finance or accounting role

  * Strong experience in core finance processes including reconciliations, debtors, creditors, and month-end

  * Confident working with and supporting non-finance stakeholders

  * Strong Excel and financial systems experience

  * Excellent attention to detail with strong communication skills

  * Able to work independently while contributing to a small team environment

  * AAT qualified or working towards is desirable, but not essential — experience is key

Working Pattern

  * 37 hours per week (full-time option)

  * Flexible working hours, typically around 9am–5pm with some flexibility

  * Also open to candidates seeking a term-time only role, plus a small number of additional working weeks

  * A flexible opportunity designed to suit different working preferences

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