Interim Assistant Accountant

Xenial Consulting Ltd; Essex; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Xenial Consulting Ltd. is seeking an interim Assistant Accountant in Romford for a 9-month assignment within a busy finance function.

You will support day-to-day accounting, handle invoices, reconciliations and journals, and assist with VAT and reporting, while maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring deadlines are met. Ideal candidates will have prior experience in an Assistant Accountant or Accounts Assistant role, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently in a

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant or similar role.
• Good knowledge of accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good Excel skills.
• Experience using Sage accounting software.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Bank and account reconciliations
• Posting journals and maintaining accurate financial records
• Assisting with month-end processes
• Supporting credit control and resolving account queries
• Assisting with VAT and other financial reporting
• Providing general administrative support to the finance team

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Deadline oriented

Tools

Sage accounting

Job description

Our client is currently seeking an interim Assistant Accountant to join their team based in Romford for a period of 9 months with the possibility of extension. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking for a temporary assignment within a supportive and busy finance function.

Working closely with the wider finance team, you will provide day-to-day accounting support and help ensure financial records are accurate and up to date.

Key responsibilities include:

• Processing purchase and sales invoices
• Assisting with accounts payable and accounts receivable
• Bank and account reconciliations
• Posting journals and maintaining accurate financial records
• Assisting with month-end processes
• Supporting credit control and resolving account queries
• Assisting with VAT and other financial reporting
• Providing general administrative support to the finance team

We are looking for someone who is reliable, organised and confident with previous experience in a similar capacity.

Ideally, you will have:

• Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant, Accounts Assistant or similar role
• Good knowledge of accounting principles
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good Excel skills
• Experience using Sage accounting software
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• The ability to work independently and meet deadlines

If you are an experienced Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant looking for your next opportunity and are available for an immediate start, we'd love to hear from you.