Finance Assistant

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The London Library


Job: Finance Assistant

Job: Finance Assistant

Organisation: The London Library

Postcode: SW1Y 4LG

  • Job Title: Finance Assistant
  • Salary: £30k-£40k
  • Hours:
    Full time
  • Artform: Libraries
  • Role: Finance
  • Contract: Permanent
  • Closing date: Mon, 11 May 2026
  • Contact name: Recruitment Manager
  • Contact email: [email protected]

  • Location:

    London

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Job Summary

Take responsibility for the day-to-day processing and recording of Library transactions including receipts and payments, effectively, efficiently and accurately

Job Description

c.£31,230 per annum, plus benefits
St James’s Square, London SW1

We are seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to join our not-for-profit Finance Team. The role is responsible for the day-to-day processing and recording of Library transactions including receipts and payments, effectively, efficiently and accurately.
In this pivotal role, you will:
Create, manage, and maintain accurate and complete purchase ledger and sales ledger data, and ensure supplier payments are made on time
Manage entries in the Continia document-capture accounts payable system and Microsoft Business Central finance system
Maintain a logical audit trail for all transactions
Assist with preparation and processing of payroll
Support the Library’s staff and budget holders

Job Requirements

We are looking for someone who

Has demonstrable practical experience of effective purchase/general/sales ledger operations and management of financial processes in a not for profit and/or membership organisation
Is fluent in the use and understanding of accounting software for medium sized entities/charities (Microsoft Business Central preferable)
Has experience of supporting payroll processing (preferably in Sage)
Has experience with Microsoft Dynamics or other CRM software for membership and/or charitable donations data
Has demonstrable ability to work both effectively as part of a team, and to work independently
Is able to plan, prioritise and carry out routine work to a consistent standard, with attention to detail and meticulous concern for accuracy
Has good interpersonal and communication skills; able to convey information clearly and courteously, in person, by phone and in writing
Will bring excellent IT skills (MS Office especially Excel, email, internet)

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