Accounts Payable Assistant (Office)

QS Recruitment; Burton-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected engineering company in Burton-on-Trent seeks an experienced Purchase Ledger and Accounts Assistant. This temporary role offers an excellent career opportunity, requiring detail-oriented individuals with accounts experience. Flexible working hours are available, with an immediate start for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Min. 1 year experience in accounts or finance role.
• Own transport due to location and shift timings.
• Confidence with financial or payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase and sales ledger activities.
• Oversee account management processes.
• Assist with payroll administration.

Skills

IT skills

Attention to detail

Professional telephone manner

Job description

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Purchase Ledger and Accounts Assistant to join a respected engineering company in Burton-on-Trent.

The successful candidate will support the finance department with daily tasks, including:

1. Managing purchase and sales ledger activities
2. Overseeing account management processes
3. Assisting with payroll administration

This role is ideal for someone detail-oriented with accounts experience, offering an excellent opportunity for career growth with a leading employer.

Location: Burton-on-Trent, Staffordshire

Reference: 169353

Duration: Ongoing work with an immediate start for the right candidate.

Contract Type: Temporary

Hourly Rate: £12.82 per hour (£25,000 annually)

Working Hours: Monday to Friday, typically around 08:00-16:30. Flexibility for school hours is available.

Closing Date: 19 June 2025

Experience & Qualifications

Applicants should have:

• Own transport, due to location and shift timings
• At least one year of experience in an accounts or finance role
• Strong IT skills and confidence with financial or payroll systems
• Professional and courteous telephone manner