Accounts Assistant

Manpower, Inc.; North East; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Manpower, Inc. is seeking an Accounts & Bookkeeping Assistant for an initial three-month temporary contract. You will maintain accurate financial records, process invoices, and support day-to-day accounting tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with Xero and Sage, strong bookkeeping knowledge, and a proactive approach to financial administration. You will work closely with the finance team to ensure timely payments and accurate reporting.

Qualifications

• Experience in bookkeeping, accounts assistant or finance administration role.
• Proficient with Xero or similar cloud-based accounting software.
• Invoicing, reconciliations and credit control experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy; good Excel skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration.
• Process purchase and sales invoices accurately.
• Handle B2B invoicing and monitor payment schedules.
• Perform bank and account reconciliations.
• Review supplier invoices against rates and services delivered.
• Prepare invoices and payment runs for authorisation.
• Manage credit control and debtor accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records in Xero.
• Support management with financial reporting.
• Assist with general accounts duties as required.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Attention to detail

Time management

Organisational skills

Independent work

Confidential handling of information

Tools

Xero

Sage

Excel

Job description

Accounts & Bookkeeping Assistant

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Accounts & Bookkeeping Assistant to join our team on an initial three-month temporary contract. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys maintaining accurate financial records, supporting business operations, and working within a fast-paced environment.

The successful candidate will have hands-on experience with Xero and Sage, strong bookkeeping knowledge, and a proactive approach to financial administration.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing day-to-day bookkeeping and financial administration
• Processing purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently
• Handling B2B invoicing and monitoring payment schedules
• Performing bank and account reconciliationsil>
• Reviewing supplier invoices against agreed rates and services delivered
• Preparing invoices and payment runs for authorisation
• Managing credit control activities and debtor accounts
• Maintaining accurate financial records within Xero
• Supporting management with financial reporting and administration
• Assisting with general accounts duties as required

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Previous experience in a bookkeeping, accounts assistant or finance administration role
• Strong working knowledge of Xero, or similar cloud based accounting software
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Experience with invoicing, reconciliations and credit control
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• The ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks effectively
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel
• A professional and confidential approach to handling financial information

What's on Offer?

• Immediate start opportunity
• Varied and engaging role within a friendly team
• Competitive hourly rate/salary

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