Accounts Assistant - Temporary

Confidential; Chilworth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

Confidential in Chilworth is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support accounts payable and financial administration. You will learn to process invoices, reconcile statements and maintain ledgers, while assisting with reports and expense monitoring.

The role offers a temporary, progression‑oriented path, with an emphasis on accuracy, teamwork and professional development within a finance environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar accounting or finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with accounting software and tools.
• A solid understanding of basic financial principles.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain and update financial records and ledgers.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and summaries.
• Support the team with budget tracking and expense management.
• Handle queries related to accounts and payments.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Accounting software

Financial principles

Communication

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

This Accounts Assistant role in Chilworth is perfect for someone looking to get into accounts and learn more about Accounts Payable duties in particular.

Client Details

This organisation is a growing company based in Chilworth.

Description

• Process invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Reconcile bank statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain and update financial records and ledgers.
• Assist with preparing financial reports and summaries.
• Support the team with budget tracking and expense management.
• Handle queries related to accounts and payments.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations and policies.
• Provide general administrative support to the finance department.

Profile

• Experience in a similar accounting or finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Familiarity with accounting software and tools.
• A solid understanding of basic financial principles.
• Good communication and problem-solving abilities.

Job Offer

• An hourly rate of £13.00 to £15.00, dependent on the level of experience.
• A temporary position offering growth and progression for the right candidate.

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