Interim Accounts Assistant

Confidential; Exeter; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Immediate start

Temporary contract

Job summary

Confidential in Exeter is seeking a Finance Assistant on a temporary basis to support day-to-day transactional activities within a growing finance team. The role offers hybrid working and a chance to gain exposure across the finance function.

The ideal candidate will have experience in accounting, strong attention to detail, solid Excel skills, and familiarity with Sage or Xero. Immediate start available and contract length up to six months.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounting environment.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel.
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage or Xero.

Responsibilities

• Process supplier invoices and manage accounts payable activities.
• Raise customer invoices and support credit control processes.
• Prepare weekly and monthly payment runs.
• Process electronic payments and bank transactions.
• Monitor outstanding debt and chase overdue payments.
• Assist with cashflow reporting.
• Perform regular bank reconciliations.
• Maintain accurate financial records and audit-ready documentation.
• Respond to finance-related queries from stakeholders.
• Support finance projects and process improvement initiatives.

Skills

Excel

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Sage

Xero

Job description

Finance Assistant (Temporary)Location: Exeter area
Rate: Up to 16 per hour
Contract: Temporary, expected to run for up to 6 months
Working Pattern: Hybrid working available
Hours: Full-time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant to join a growing organisation on a temporary basis for an initial period of up to six months.This role would suit an experienced Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or Sales Ledger professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking to gain exposure across a broad finance function.Working closely with the wider finance team, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day transactional finance activities while helping to ensure financial records remain accurate and up to date.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and managing accounts payable activities
• Raising customer invoices and supporting credit control processes
• Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs
• Processing electronic payments and bank transactions
• Monitoring outstanding debt and chasing overdue payments
• Assisting with cashflow reporting
• Performing regular bank reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate financial records and audit-ready documentation
• Responding to finance-related queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting finance projects and process improvement initiatives

About You

• Previous experience within a finance or accounting environment
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero or similar systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

What's on Offer?

• Up to 16 per hour
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Initial temporary contract expected to last up to 6 months
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a growing business
• Immediate start available