£24,796 – £25,583 per annum (pro rata if part time) | Permanent | Full Time – although Part Time would be considered (Minimum of 29.6 hours per week)

We’re looking for a highly organised and motivated Finance Administration Assistant to support our Exchequer and Accountancy Teams. If you have strong administrative skills, an eye for detail, and enjoy working with numbers, this could be the perfect opportunity to join our small and friendly team.

About the Role

As our Finance Administration Assistant, you’ll play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of our financial operations. You’ll process invoices, support financial reconciliations, and help maintain accurate financial records. You’ll also provide first-line support to colleagues using our Financial Management System, helping resolve queries and assisting with system updates.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Processing supplier invoices and maintaining accurate accounts payable records. Supporting bank account and balance sheet reconciliations, investigating discrepancies as needed. Assist with purchase card checks, financial journals, and raising purchase orders and invoices.
• Provide helpdesk support for our Financial Management System, including user access and troubleshooting. Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and auditors to provide information and resolve queries.
• Support month-end and year-end financial processes.

About You

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has experience working in an office environment, ideally within administration and/or finance.

• Is confident using a variety of computer programmes and able to learn new systems as needed

• Has excellent attention to detail and strong numeracy skills.
• Can manage their workload, prioritise effectively, and work calmly under pressure.
• Communicates clearly and works well with others.
• Is adaptable, organised, and committed to providing excellent customer service.

If you would like to discuss this opportunity further, please call Sally Piper, Principal Accountant, 01237 428931 for an informal discussion.

For more information or to apply for this position please visit https://careers.torridge.gov.uk to complete an online application form.

Closing Date: Sunday 01 March 2026

Interview Date: Friday 13th March 2026

Please note: previous applicants need not apply