Accounts Assistant - Temporary

Interaction Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A global manufacturer and distributor is seeking a temporary Accounts Assistant for 4 weeks based in Kettering. You will manage purchase and sales ledgers, process invoices, and provide administrative support. The ideal candidate has experience in a finance support role and knowledge of QuickBooks. This position offers a welcoming environment with a competitive hourly rate and early finishes on Fridays.

Benefits

Welcoming work environment

Early finishes on Fridays

Qualifications

• A minimum of 2 years of experience in accounts support preferred.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and practices.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Manage Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger duties.
• Process invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Maintain filing systems and financial records.
• Answer incoming calls and take messages.
• Provide general administrative support to the office team.

Skills

Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance support role

Working knowledge of QuickBooks (or similar accounting software)

Strong organisational skills

Attention to detail

Professional and friendly telephone manner

Ability to work independently and as part of a small team

Tools

QuickBooks

Job description

Temporary Accounts Assistant – 4 Weeks temporary Cover Kettering office based Monday–Thursday 8:00am–4:30pm, Friday 8:00am–1:00pm Competitive hourly rate | Immediate start available

Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a short-term opportunity in a supportive and friendly office environment? Our client — a leading global manufacturer and distributor— is seeking a motivated individual to provide 4 weeks of temporary cover within their small busy accounts team.

The Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key role in keeping day-to-day finance operations running smoothly. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing Purchase Ledger and Sales Ledger duties
• Processing invoices accurately and efficiently
• Maintaining filing systems and financial records
• Answering incoming calls and taking messages
• Providing general administrative support to a small, close-knit office team

About You

You'll bring a positive attitude and a keen eye for detail. Ideally, you'll have:

• Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance support role
• Working knowledge of QuickBooks (or similar accounting software)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A professional and friendly telephone manner
• The ability to work independently and as part of a small team

Why Join?

• Be part of a well-established global business with over 50 years of success
• Enjoy a welcoming, supportive work environment
• Benefit from early finishes on Fridays - 1pm

If you’re available for an immediate start and ready to contribute to a smooth-running accounts function, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today to be considered for this temporary Accounts Assistant opportunity - Angela Bailey - (phone number removed) or email me