Accounts Receivable and Payable Assistant

Elite Recruitment Solutions; Devon and Torbay; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Receivable and Payable Assistant for a long-term temporary position with the potential for permanence. Located near Honiton, the role offers a competitive pay rate of £14.40 per hour and requires core responsibilities such as processing invoices, managing accounts, and ensuring accurate financial records. Ideal candidates will have experience in accounts, strong attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. Apply now to join a fantastic company!

Qualifications

• Previous experience in accounts receivable and/or payable.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Process sales and purchase invoices accurately and timely.
• Manage accounts receivable and monitor outstanding balances.
• Handle accounts payable and prepare supplier payments.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Proactive approach

Tools

Accounting software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

IMMEDIATE START!

Elite Recruitment are recruiting for an Accounts Receivable and Payable Assistant to join a fantastic company based near Honiton.

This amazing opportunity is a long-term temporary position (with the potential of being permanent!), offering an excellent work life balance. You will be working Monday to Thursday, 8:00am 5:15pm, and Friday, 8:00am 1:00pm, with a competitive pay rate of £14.40 per hour, where you will be paid weekly

As an Accounts Receivable and Payable Assistant, you will be responsible for:

• Processing sales and purchase invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Managing accounts receivable, including issuing invoices and monitoring outstanding balances
• Handling accounts payable, preparing supplier payments and reconciling statements
• Performing bank and ledger reconciliations
• Assisting with credit control and resolving invoice or payment queries
• Maintaining accurate financial records and updating accounting systems
• Supporting the finance team with month-end procedures and reporting
• Liaising with internal departments, suppliers, and customers professionally

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Have previous experience in accounts receivable and/or payable
• Possess strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Be confident using accounting software and Microsoft Excel
• Have excellent communication skills and a proactive approach
• Be reliable, adaptable, and able to work well as part of a team

If you feel you are the right fit for this role, then do not delay apply today!