Accounts Assistant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a full-time role in Newport. This position is characterized by administrative support tasks involving data processing and document handling. Ideal candidates will have strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and some Excel proficiency. The role offers a pay rate of £13.58 per hour, along with a temporary ongoing contract and comprehensive training. Apply today to join a supportive environment and expand your skillset.

Benefits

Ongoing temporary contract

Full training provided

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good organisational skills.
• Confidence working with numbers and data.
• Basic Excel skills required.
• Clear communication skills.
• Ability to follow processes methodically.
• A positive attitude and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Accurately process incoming information and data into internal systems.
• Handle invoice-related administrative duties.
• Check, match and verify documents for accuracy.
• Support payment processing by preparing documents.
• 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.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Confidence with numbers

Basic Excel 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
• Ongoing temporary 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

• 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)