Finance Assistant

Role: Finance Assistant (P1 - ACC)

Department: Finance
Contract Duration: 09/03/2026 - 08/06/2026 (3 months)
Location: Nottingham, United Kingdom
Working Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Office Hours)

Role Overview

This is a 3-month office-based contract supporting the Finance team with the day-to-day running of business operations.

The successful candidate will assist across multiple finance functions including purchase order management, reconciliations, month-end processes, SAP data handling, and audit support.

Key Responsibilities

• Entering client contracts into SAP
• Raising purchase orders in SAP
• Assisting with the month-end closing process
• Downloading, posting, and reconciling bank statements
• Supporting Shared Services with Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable queries
• Updating master data in SAP
• Assisting with ongoing external audits (including SOX controls compliance)
• Producing and updating balance sheet reconciliations
• Supporting continuous efficiency improvement projects within the team
• Providing team cover where required

Education Requirements

• AAT Part Qualified or higher (or equivalent qualification)

Skills & Experience Required

• Confident and proactive individual
• Good knowledge of SAP (preferred)
• Strong professional verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organisational skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel (including Pivot Tables and formulas)
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

Additional Information

Physical Requirements:

• Regular sitting, standing, and walking
• Frequent computer use
• Ability to read written documents and work with digital systems