Accounts Assistant (Xero Software) - Hybrid

Pertemps; Dorchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Temporary Accounts Assistant to support a system migration project to Xero. The ideal candidate is organized and detail-focused, with strong knowledge of Xero accounting software. Responsibilities include reviewing and reconciling financial records and preparing data for migration. Immediate start available with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• Strong working knowledge of Xero accounting software essential.
• Previous experience in bookkeeping, data entry, or accounts administration.
• Excellent attention to detail with highly accurate data entry skills.

Responsibilities

• Review, update, and reconcile financial records for accuracy.
• Prepare and cleanse data for the Xero migration.
• Identify and correct discrepancies in existing records.

Skills

Xero accounting software

Bookkeeping

Data entry

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Time management

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a detail-focused Temporary Accounts Assistant to support our client through a system migration project to Xero. This role is crucial in ensuring that all financial data is accurate, complete, and fully prepared for a smooth migration.

Contract Details

Hybrid working arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Review, update, and reconcile financial records to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Prepare and cleanse data ahead of the Xero migration.
• Identify and correct discrepancies in existing records.
• Support the finance team with general accounts administration as required.
• Work to tight deadlines to meet project milestones.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong working knowledge of Xero accounting software (essential).
• Previous experience in bookkeeping, data entry, or accounts administration.
• Excellent attention to detail with highly accurate data entry skills.
• Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team during a busy project phase.

Contract Details

• Temporary role
• Immediate start available.
• Competitive hourly/daily rate (DOE).

Additional Information

If you are an organised, detail-oriented finance professional with hands-on Xero experience and are available for a temporary assignment, we would love to hear from you.

You are required to be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction.

Due to the high volume of applications we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within five days, please assume that on this occasion your application has not been successful.