Temporary Finance Assistant

Temporary Finance Assistant Location: Fareham Duration: 2-Month Contract (Immediate Start) Salary: £14 - £16 Per Hour (DOE) Hours: Full-time The Opportunity We are seeking an immediately available Finance Assistant to join our client on a temporary basis for an initial 2-month contract. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations, supporting transactional activities, reconciliations, and payroll-related administration. Key Responsibilities Processing purchase invoices and managing the accounts payable function Raising and processing purchase orders Assisting with supplier payments and payment runs Performing bank and balance sheet reconciliations Supporting month-end finance activities Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation Assisting with payroll administration and related finance processes Supporting the Finance Manager with management accounting tasks as required Producing reports and analysing data using Excel Providing general finance and administrative support during a period of business growth and system change To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous experience in a Finance Assistant, Finance Administrator, Accounts Assistant or similar finance support role A solid understanding of finance processes, including invoicing, purchase orders, and reconciliations Strong Excel skills and confidence working with financial data Experience using accounting software, ideally Xero Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills The ability to work independently and manage priorities effectively A proactive and hands-on approach