Accounts Assistant

Pertemps Cardiff; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant in Newport. You will support administrative tasks, process data, and ensure accuracy in document handling. The role offers full-time hours and a supportive environment, ideal for someone eager to learn new skills. Full training is provided, with a hybrid working option available once trained.

Benefits

Full training provided

Supportive team environment

Opportunity to build experience

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational skills.
• Ability to work confidently with numbers and data.
• Basic Excel skills.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process incoming information and data.
• Handle invoice-related administrative duties.
• Check, match and verify documents for accuracy.
• Support payment processing and update records.
• Monitor shared inboxes and respond to queries.
• Maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
• Assist with producing reports and updating spreadsheets.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confidence with numbers

Basic Excel skills

Clear communication skills

Job description

Accounts Assistant

Location: Newport
Pay Rate: £13.58 per hour
Contract: Temporary ongoing
Hours: Full time - Monday to Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm
Start Date: ASAP

Join a Busy Administrative Team as an Accounts Assistant. Are you an organised and detail‑focused individual ready to step into a fast‑paced role? We’re seeking an Accounts Assistant on behalf of one of our valued clients, with an immediate start available. This is a temporary ongoing position offering full‑time office‑based hours. You’ll be supporting the wider team with a range of administrative, data‑processing and document‑handling duties. This role is ideal for someone with good attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work confidently with numbers and information. Full training will be provided.

What’s In It for You

• £13.58 per hour
• Full‑time hours: 8:30am‑4:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Temporary ongoing contract
• Full training provided – Hybrid working available once fully trained.
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunity to build valuable experience within a large, well‑structured organisation

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately process incoming information and data into internal systems
• Handle invoice‑related administrative duties (training provided)
• Check, match and verify documents for accuracy
• Support payment processing by preparing documents and updating records
• Monitor shared inboxes and respond to queries
• Maintain electronic and paper filing systems
• Assist with producing reports and updating spreadsheets
• Work closely with the wider team to ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations

About You

To succeed as an Accounts Assistant, you’ll bring:

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good organisational skills
• Confidence working with numbers and data
• Basic Excel skills (updating spreadsheets, entering information)
• Clear communication skills
• The ability to follow processes and work methodically
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn

Ready to Start?

If you’re looking for a full‑time office‑based role where you can learn new skills and join a supportive team, this Accounts Assistant position could be the perfect fit. If you’re interested: apply today, contact us on (phone number removed) or email (url removed).