Temporary Accounts Assistant

Castle Employment; Kirkbymoorside; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing and ambitious business is seeking a Temporary Accounts Assistant to join their finance team in Kirkbymoorside. This role is ideal for finance professionals looking to develop their skills further. Responsibilities include assisting with finance transactions, month-end reporting, and maintaining financial records. Candidates should have prior experience in finance and proficiency in accounting software. A competitive salary of approximately £29,000 is offered along with a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance support role.
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to manipulate and analyse data confidently.
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
• A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with day-to-day transactional finance.
• Supporting month-end reporting and bank reconciliations.
• Preparing and posting journal entries and assisting with accruals and prepayments.
• Managing invoicing, credit control, and resolving supplier queries promptly.
• Assisting with VAT returns and compliance tasks.
• Maintaining accurate financial records.

Skills

Experience in finance support role

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong Microsoft Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Ability to work independently

Proactive approach

Tools

Sage

Xero

QuickBooks

Job description

A growing and ambitious business based in Kirkbymoorside is currently recruiting for a Temporary Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a contract basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced finance professional or an ambitious individual looking to further develop their accounting skills in a supportive and fast-paced environment. On offer is a competitive salary of circa £29,000, along with the chance to work within a friendly, collaborative team.

Role Responsibilities

• Assisting with day-to-day transactional finance, including purchase and sales ledger processing
• Supporting month‑end reporting and bank reconciliations
• Preparing and posting journal entries and assisting with accruals and prepayments
• Managing invoicing, credit control, and resolving supplier queries promptly
• Assisting with VAT returns and other compliance tasks
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider finance team as required
• Contributing to process improvements to enhance efficiency and accuracy across finance operations

Qualifications & Skills

• Previous experience in a similar accounts or finance support role
• Proficiency in accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills, with the ability to manipulate and analyse data confidently
• Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
• A proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

This excellent opportunity is based in Kirkbymoorside and is easily commutable from Pickering, Helmsley, Malton, Thirsk, Norton, and Scarborough, as well as surrounding North Yorkshire areas. The site offers free on‑site parking, making it convenient whether you drive or commute locally.

We'd be keen to hear from individuals currently working as a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, or in Accounts Payable/Receivable or similar transactional finance roles, particularly those who are available to start immediately.

If you're interested in this Temporary Accounts Assistant role and would like to be considered, click the 'apply' button today to start your application. Alternatively, get in touch for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.