Accounts & Operations Assistant (9-Month FTC)

Reed; Rayleigh; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed in Rayleigh is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant for a varied, hands-on role on a 9-month fixed-term contract. You will support both the finance function and wider business operations, working closely with the Director and project teams to keep daily operations running smoothly.

The role is office-based with standard hours, paying £28,000–£30,000 per annum. Responsibilities include processing invoices, CIS and VAT tasks, timesheets, expenses, reconciliations, and assisting with

Qualifications

• Experience as Accounts Assistant or similar all-round finance role.
• Essential experience with CIS and VAT processes.
• Proficiency with Xero or similar accounting software.
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills.
• Excellent organisation and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier and customer invoices
• Credit control and chasing outstanding payments
• Manage timesheets and expenses
• CIS and VAT reconciliations/returns prep
• Support reporting for accountant using Xero
• Assist with admin across finance and operations

Skills

CIS & VAT knowledge

Excel

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Tools

Xero

Microsoft Office

Job description

Reed in Rayleigh is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant for a varied, hands-on role on a 9-month fixed-term contract. You will support both the finance function and wider business operations, working closely with the Director and project teams to keep daily operations running smoothly.

The role is office-based with standard hours, paying £28,000–£30,000 per annum. Responsibilities include processing invoices, CIS and VAT tasks, timesheets, expenses, reconciliations, and assisting with