Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant

Part-Time: 16 hours per week; flexible working pattern to suit you

Clifton from early 2027 (until then this role will be based in our client’s Bath office)

An exciting opportunity has arisen within the finance team of a well-established group of companies. Our client is looking for an experienced, part-time Finance Assistant to support the Finance Manager across the group.

Building on the purchase ledger function, this role also takes on subcontractors' CIS invoicing and bank reconciliations across the group, offering real variety and scope to develop within the finance team.

This role would suit someone with solid experience in purchase ledger, bookkeeping or accounts payable, together with a good understanding of the Construction Industry Scheme (CIS) and confidence managing bank reconciliations across multiple companies. Experience with Sage Line 50 is required and knowledge of Eque2 Construct is highly beneficial, as is a background in construction or property.

This is a permanent, part-time position, based in a Bath office initially, moving to a new Clifton office when it opens in early 2027.

What's In It For You

Flexible working pattern to suit you.

16 hours per week.

Workplace pension scheme.

28 days holiday, pro rata, plus an extra day for your birthday.

Brand new office with a free gym and break out spaces opening in Clifton Village in early 2027.

Key Responsibilities

Processing supplier and subcontractor purchase invoices on Eque2 Construct and Sage Line 50.

Verifying subcontractor CIS status and applying the correct CIS deduction.

Supporting the preparation of the monthly CIS returns and issuing subcontractor statements.

Collating creditor payment runs and issuing remittances.

Checking supplier and subcontractor statements and resolving queries.

Reconciling bank accounts, credit cards and petty cash across the group of companies.

Liaising with the wider finance team, subcontractors and suppliers.

Skills Required

An accounting qualification at a minimum AAT Level 2 Accounting or above is essential.

Proven experience (3+ years) in purchase ledger, accounts payable or bookkeeping is essential.

Good working knowledge of Sage Line 50 is essential.

Experience of Eque2 Construct is beneficial.

An understanding of CIS and reverse charge VAT is required.

Experience in working with a variety of costs centres and VAT rates.

Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.

Highly organised and accurate, able to work independently and to deadlines.

Comfortable working in a small team.

Excellent communication skills and strong mathematical skills.

Apply now with a CV, and to really stand out, submit a Cover Letter as well.