Finance Assistant
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Position Overview & Specifications
About us:
UniHomes is a leading student property search and comparison portal and shared utilities provider. We offer a cutting-edge utility management service, taking the hassle out of shared bills for students. We currently operate in over 50 university locations nationwide helping thousands of students find their Ideal properties.
A progressive SME who is passionate about developing our technology and offerings to amplify the student rental market. Having doubled in size in the last 6 months, we have a continued growth trajectory, and we have huge ambitions for the future making this is a very exciting time to join our team.
The role:
We are searching for an enthusiastic Finance Assistant. This is an amazing opportunity for someone who has at least one years' experience in a finance role, ideally processing high volume of supplier invoices. Within this position you will be supporting the finance team with finance processes and general administrative duties. Support may be available for the right candidate to study towards their AAT qualification.
We are happy to consider this role on a temp to perm basis, full time hours.
Key Responsibilities:
Data input.- Process supplier invoices and credit notes into accounting systems.
- Process and input of expenses claims.
- Preparation of payment runs.
- Maintain daily cash books
- Daily bank reconciliation process.
- Maintain ledgers and reconciliation of balances.
- Supporting the finance team with ad-hoc tasks and projects as required
Skills and experience:
A good level of education is required (minimum GCSE maths and English)- At least one years experience in a finance position
- A great working attitude ability and an ability to build relationships
- Strong Computer skills including excel
- Organised
- Attention to detail
- Reliable time keeping and work ethic
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Energy & Utilities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Finance Assistant roles across UniHomes's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Energy & Utilities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £20,000 - £22,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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