Accounts Assistant

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

Job summary

A leading staffing agency in the UK is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant for a temp to perm role. Candidates will thrive in a fast-paced environment, working primarily with numbers and engaging with customers and suppliers. Key responsibilities include managing accounts, processing invoices, and supporting audits. Ideal candidates are proactive and have a team-focused approach. This position offers up to £13 per hour along with flexible working hours and long-term potential.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Early finish on Fridays

Temp to perm opportunity

Qualifications

• Experience in finance, accounts, or administration is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Set up new supplier and customer accounts.
• Carry out credit assessments and set credit limits.
• Process purchase invoices and manual sales/purchase invoices and credit notes.
• Arrange invoice approvals and support payment runs.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Manage customer queries and support debt collection.

Skills

Attention to detail

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to work under pressure

Job description

Accounts Assistant – Temp to Perm Opportunity

Up to £13 per hour Full-time | Monday–Thursday 8:30am–5:00pm, Friday 8:30am–3:30pm

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a motivated and detail‑focused Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team on a temp to perm basis. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with numbers, thrives in a fast‑paced environment and is confident communicating with both customers and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up new supplier and customer accounts
• Carry out credit assessments and set credit limits
• Process purchase invoices and manual sales/purchase invoices and credit notes
• Arrange invoice approvals and support payment runs (sterling and foreign)
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
• Manage customer queries and support debt collection
• Provide reporting and analysis on overdue accounts and payment patterns
• Liaise with stakeholders regarding unmatched invoices
• Support month‑end processes and assist with audit/statutory duties
• Handle general administrative tasks as required

What Our Client Are Looking For

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Confident communicator, both written and verbal
• Ability to work to deadlines and remain calm under pressure
• Experience in finance, accounts or administration is beneficial
• A proactive, flexible and team‑focused approach

What’s On Offer

• Up to £13 per hour
• Temp to perm opportunity with long‑term potential
• Friendly, supportive working environment
• Monday to Friday daytime hours with an early finish on Fridays

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