Temporary Accounts Assistant

March Recruitment; Woking; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join the finance team temporarily in Woking. The ideal candidate should have experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations. Responsibilities include processing invoices, performing daily reconciliations, and managing ledgers. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills are essential. This role offers a chance to work in a fast-paced environment with potential for immediate start.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar role, focusing on accounts receivable and accounts payable.
• Confident using accounting software.
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping.
• Exceptional attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• Proactive and organized with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and customer payments.
• Performing daily bank reconciliations.
• Managing accounts receivable and accounts payable ledgers.
• Assisting with month-end processes.
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies and queries.
• Supporting the finance team with ad hoc tasks.

Skills

Accounts receivable and accounts payable experience

Proficiency in accounting software

Double-entry bookkeeping understanding

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Job description

Our client are currently seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a temporary basis (approx. 2-3 months). This role is ideal for someone with solid experience in accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bank reconciliations, who can hit the ground running in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and customer payments
• Performing daily bank reconciliations
• Managing AR and AP ledgers to ensure accuracy and timely reporting
• Assisting with month-end processes
• Investigating and resolving discrepancies and queries
• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks as needed

Key Attributes

• Proven experience in a similar role (AR/AP focus)
• Confident using accounting software
• Strong understanding of double-entry bookkeeping
• Exceptional attention to detail and numerical accuracy
• Proactive, organised, and able to work independently as well as in a team

Please note: Due to the large volume of applications we receive for each position we will only be able to respond to applications received with the relevant skills. Should you not hear from us within a week, unfortunately on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

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Consultant: Ellie Crocker