Temporary Accounts Assistant

Sewell Wallis Ltd; Huddersfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Hourly rate up to £13.50

Job summary

Sewell Wallis Ltd is seeking a temporary Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team in Huddersfield. The role focuses on processing invoices, reconciling bank transactions, and supporting both payables and receivables while assisting with month-end tasks.

The ideal candidate will have experience in accounts or finance administration, a solid grasp of basic accounting principles, and strong IT skills, particularly Excel, with familiarity in accounting software.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role.
• Good understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting software.
• Organised with good time management.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase and sales invoices with accurate and timely entry.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and allocate incoming payments.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoice queries.
• Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assist with month-end procedures and preparation of financial reports.
• Maintain accurate financial records and keep systems up to date.
• Provide general support to the wider finance team.

Skills

Accounts experience

Excel

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Bank reconciliations

Education

Finance administration experience

Tools

Accounting software

Job description

Sewell Wallis are currently recruiting for a temporary Accounts Assistant to join a well-established business based in Huddersfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to develop their skills and gain further exposure within a busy finance team.

The successful candidate will be organised, detail-oriented and eager to contribute to the smooth running of the day-to-day finance function.

What you'll be doing?

• Processing purchase and sales invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely entry into the accounting system.
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and allocating incoming payments.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice queries.
• Supporting the accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
• Assisting with month-end procedures and the preparation of financial reports.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring finance systems are kept up to date.
• Providing general support to the wider finance team as required.

What skills are we looking for?

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role.
• A good understanding of basic accounting principles.
• Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel, with experience using accounting software.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn.

What's on offer?

• An hourly rate of up to 13.50 p/h.
• An Immediate start
• The opportunity to join a supportive and established finance team.
• A varied role offering exposure to a range of accounting duties.