Accounts Assistant

Pure Resourcing Solutions Limited; Royston; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known business in Royston is seeking an Accounts Assistant for a 6-month fixed-term contract. This office-based role involves processing invoices, managing employee expense claims, and assisting with month-end closings. The ideal candidate should be AAT qualified or possess equivalent finance experience, with strong attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Join a collaborative finance team where your contributions will significantly impact day-to-day operations.

Qualifications

• AAT qualified or working towards, or equivalent finance experience.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.
• Excellent organisational skills and ability to prioritise.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and preparing payment runs.
• Reviewing employee expense claims and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Performing monthly reconciliations of accounts payable and expenses.
• Assisting with accruals, prepayments, and reporting during month-end close.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Proactive approach

Education

AAT qualified or equivalent finance experience

Tools

ERP/accounting systems

Job description

An opportunity has arisen for an Accounts Assistant to join a well‑known business on a 6‑month fixed‑term contract. This role offers a hands‑on position within a collaborative finance team, supporting the smooth running of day‑to‑day financial operations and month‑end processes.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and preparing payment runs.
• Reviewing and processing employee expense claims and corporate credit card reconciliations.
• Performing monthly reconciliations of accounts payable, expenses, and credit card balances.
• Assisting with accruals, prepayments, and reporting during month‑end close.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will be AAT qualified (or working towards) or have equivalent finance experience.

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial data.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and familiarity with ERP/accounting systems.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload.
• A proactive, solutions‑focused approach with strong communication skills.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected organisation where your contribution will make a real impact. This is an office based role and for further information, apply now or contact Jamie at Pure for an initial discussion.