Finance Assistant (temp)

Reference: 266981575_1794244721

Finance Assistant (Temporary Contract)

We're working with a well-established organisation that is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join its finance team on a temporary basis.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong background in transactional finance who enjoys working in a busy environment and takes pride in delivering accurate and timely financial processing. Supporting both income and expenditure activities, you'll play a key role in maintaining efficient finance operations while providing excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Processing high volumes of supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Supporting purchase ledger activities and maintaining supplier records.
  • Assisting with payment runs and resolving invoice and payment queries.
  • Supporting reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
  • Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders regarding financial queries.

What we're looking for

To be successful in this role, you'll have:

  • Previous experience working in a transactional finance or finance administration role.
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
  • Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.
  • Immediate availability
  • Ability to reliably commute to and from Exeter

How to Apply

This vacancy is available immediately, and applications will be reviewed as suitable candidates are identified. For more information, please contact Stefanie Farber at Butler Rose Finance Recruitment on [email protected], or apply with a current CV.

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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

£27,000.00 - £29,000.00
Per annum
GBP27000.00 - GBP29000.00 per annum
Added 09/11/2026
Reference: 266981575_1794244721

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