Accounts Assistant

SF Recruitment; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant with strong Xero experience to manage finance operations on a temporary, part-time basis. The role includes responsibilities such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and optimizing accounting processes. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in AP, AR, and reconciliation roles, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting. Flexible hours of 20-37 per week are offered.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts payable and receivable roles.
• Strong proficiency in Xero.
• Demonstrated ability to implement and improve accounting processes.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes within Xero.
• Raise and issue customer invoices.
• Complete bank reconciliations weekly and monthly.
• Implement processes to improve efficiency.

Skills

Xero proficiency

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication skills

Tools

Xero

Dext

Job description

Accounts Assistant with strong Xero experience to support the finance operations on a temporary part‑time remote basis. This role covers accounts payable, accounts receivable, bank reconciliations, and implementing improved accounting processes to ensure efficiency and accuracy during a period of increased workload or transition.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Payable

• Process supplier invoices and credit notes within Xero
• Prepare and schedule weekly payment runs
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies
• Maintain accurate AP aging reports

Accounts Receivable

• Raise and issue customer invoices
• Monitor accounts for incoming payments
• Follow up on overdue invoices and manage credit control
• Maintain AR aging reports

Bank & Account Reconciliations

• Complete weekly and monthly bank, credit card, and payment gateway reconciliations
• Investigate and resolve any discrepancies
• Ensure all transactions are correctly categorised in Xero

Process & Systems Improvement

• Review existing AP, AR, and reconciliation workflows
• Implement streamlined processes to improve efficiency
• Set up and optimise Xero features and integrations (Dext)
• Document new procedures and accounting controls

Reporting & Support

• Prepare weekly and monthly summaries (cash flow, aged debtors/creditors, reconciliation status)
• Assist with month‑end close tasks
• Support management and external accountants as needed

Essential Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in AP, AR, and reconciliation roles
• Strong proficiency in Xero
• Familiarity with accounting fundamentals
• Demonstrated ability to improve and implement accounting processes
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and time‑management skills
• Comfortable working independently in a remote environment
• Clear written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Accounts payable and receivable is essential and any Xero experience is desirable.

Part‑time: 20‑37 hours per week

Fully remote working arrangement