Finance Assistant

Travel Chapter

. Process weekly and monthly payment runs to holiday homeowners through booking reservation platforms .

Posted 10/22/2026part-timeBideford • United KingdomMid-LevelSenior💰 £25,000 - £28,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong Microsoft Excel skills for data analysis and financial reporting, alongside a logical and analytical approach to problem-solving in finance-related tasks. Capable of managing competing priorities while delivering high-quality service and building positive relationships.

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Microsoft Excel SkillsPayment ProcessingBalance Sheet ReconciliationStrong Communication SkillsAAT Qualification

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Hard Skills

Data AnalysisFinancial ReportingPayment ProcessingRefund ProcessingBalance Sheet ReconciliationNumeracy SkillsLiteracy SkillsAttention to DetailProblem SolvingInvestigating Discrepancies

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsCustomer-Focused ApproachInitiativeCollaborationAttention to Detail

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelComputerised Accounting Packages

Certifications & Qualifications

AAT Qualification

Industry Keywords

Finance TeamAccounts DepartmentAdministrative RoleYear-End Audit Preparation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Process weekly and monthly payment runs to holiday homeowners through booking reservation platforms
Accurately record payments, deductions and housekeeping charges
Use Microsoft Excel to analyse data, investigate discrepancies, identify errors and support financial reporting
Process and record refunds
Respond to homeowner queries by telephone and in writing
Investigate and resolve payment and reconciliation issues
Support colleagues with finance-related tasks, systems queries and training
Build positive relationships across the group and deliver a high standard of service
Assist with year-end audit preparation by compiling, checking and organising financial information
Manage competing priorities, learn new systems and take a practical, solutions-focused approach

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including working with spreadsheets, manipulating data, using formulas and investigating discrepancies
Experience working in a finance team, accounts department or similar administrative role
Strong numeracy and literacy skills, with accuracy and attention to detail
Logical, analytical approach to investigating problems and resolving errors
Good IT skills and confidence learning new systems, including computerised accounting packages
Experience with payment processing, refunds and balance sheet reconciliations
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a professional, customer-focused approach
Ability to manage workload, use initiative and collaborate with colleagues
Genuine interest in finance and willingness to develop skills
Excel skills assessment required as part of recruitment process
AAT or equivalent accounting qualification is advantageous, not required