Accounts Assistant

Pertemps Crawley; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Crawley is seeking a Temporary Accounts Assistant for a 3-month contract. The role involves processing invoices, managing accounts payable, and supporting the finance team. Flexibility in working hours is available, with an immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar Accounts Assistant role.
• Strong working knowledge of SAGE accounting software.
• Good communication skills and ability to liaise with internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Raise and process sales invoices accurately.
• Carry out credit control duties, including chasing outstanding payments.
• Assist with general ledger entries and account reconciliations.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

Excel

Tools

SAGE

Job description

Job Title: Temporary Accounts Assistant (3 Months)
Location: Crawley, West Sussex
Job Type: Full-Time (Flexible Hours Available), Temporary
Contract Length: 3 Months
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: 27- 28K annually

Key Responsibilities:
- Raise and process sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner
- Carry out credit control duties, including chasing outstanding payments and maintaining accurate debtor records
- Process supplier invoices and manage the accounts payable ledger
- Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice discrepancies
- Assist with general ledger entries and account reconciliations
- Support the finance team with ad-hoc tasks and month-end processes

Key Requirements:
- Proven experience in a similar Accounts Assistant role
- Strong working knowledge of SAGE accounting software
- Solid understanding of invoicing, credit control, and accounts payable processes
- Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
- Strong Excel skills and comfortable working with financial data
- Good communication skills and ability to liaise with both internal teams and external suppliers/customers
- Able to work independently and manage priorities effectively

Additional Information:
- Full-time role with flexibility on working hours
- Office-based in Crawley (hybrid working may be considered depending on the role)
- Immediate start preferred