Accounts Assistant

Office Angles UK; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Job summary

Office Angels UK is seeking an Accounts Assistant near Brentwood, Essex. The role is a long‑term temporary position paying £13.00 per hour, with 8:00am to 5:30pm, Monday to Friday. The successful candidate will join a friendly, supportive team and help maintain accurate financial records.

Responsibilities include accounts payable, PO processing, reconciliations, and assisting with payroll and month‑end tasks. Strong attention to detail and Excel proficiency are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident using finance software and Excel.
• Organised and team‑oriented.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts payable and maintain financial records.
• Raise purchase orders and process supplier invoices.
• Reconcile bank and supplier accounts.
• Support month-end and year-end processes.

Skills

Accounts payable

Purchase ledger

Finance assistant

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Near Brentwood, Essex

£13.00 per hour

8:00am - 5:30pm, Monday to Friday

Long-Term Temporary Role

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next opportunity? Our client, a well established and growing business near Brentwood, is seeking a reliable and detail oriented individual to join their friendly and supportive team on a long term temporary basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a welcoming workplace where your contribution will be truly valued.

Duties will include:

• Managing accounts payable and maintaining accurate financial records
• Raising purchase orders and processing purchase and supplier invoices
• Carrying out bank and supplier account reconciliations
• Investigating and resolving account discrepancies
• Supporting month end and year end reporting processes
• Preparing and processing payment runs
• Liaising with suppliers and subcontractors regarding payment queries
• Maintaining organised and audit‑ready financial documentation
• Verifying employee timesheets against clock‑in records
• Supporting payroll administration and payment processing
• Assisting with general finance and accounting duties as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger, or Finance Assistant role
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident using finance systems and Microsoft Excel
• Excellent organisational skills
• A proactive and positive approach to work
• Able to work effectively as part of a team

What's on Offer?

• £13.00 per hour
• Long‐term temporary assignment
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Free parking
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a successful business

We are an equal‑opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone's chance of being part of the workplace.

We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more.

By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive.

If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.

Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

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