Temporary Accounts Assistant - 3-6 months - £14 - £16.63p/h

Hays PLC; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company in Chelmsford is seeking a Temporary Accounts Assistant to join their team for 3-6 months. This role offers a competitive hourly rate of £14 to £16.63, with flexible working hours available. The ideal candidate will have a positive work ethic, strong accounting experience, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. If you're a detail-oriented professional looking for a temporary role that allows for personal growth and development, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a supportive team and make a significant impact in the finance department!

Benefits

Flexible hours

Free parking onsite

Pension plan

Life Insurance

Incentive scheme

Qualifications

• 2+ years of accounting experience required with a strong understanding of ledgers.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel, is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the finance team by managing accounts and ledgers effectively.
• Ensure accuracy and attention to detail in all financial documents.

Skills

Positive work ethic

Personal integrity

Microsoft Office proficiency

Attention to detail

2+ years accounting experience

Confident communication

Education

AAT Qualification

QBE (Qualified by Experience)

Tools

MSDynamics

Xero

Excel

Job description

Temporary Accounts Assistant - 3-6 months - £14 - £16.63p/h

Temp Accounts Assistant - £14 - £16.63 per hour - 3-6 months

Your new company
Hays Accountancy & Finance are delighted to be partnered with a growing manufacturing company based in Chelmsford who are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their team on a temporary basis for 3-6 months.

Your new role
Base salary is £14 - £16.63 per hour.
Location is Chelmsford.
They're looking for this individual to be onsite 5 days per week, however flexible options can be discussed.

What you'll need to succeed

Key Attributes and Skills:

1. Have a positive work ethic with a can-do attitude, who provides solutions and support
2. Personal integrity; hardworking, personable, professional, and commercially minded
3. Proficient in Microsoft Office and especially Excel (e.g. Pivot tables/formulas)
4. Knowledge of Purchase, Sales ledger and General Ledger
5. Attention to detail, high expectations/standards
6. Be comfortable with and capable of working to deadlines.
7. 2+ years accounting experience
8. Working knowledge of accounting software platforms, including MSDynamics, Xero, Excel.
9. Able to take ownership and assume responsibility
10. Articulate and a confident communicator with a range of colleagues, clients, and other professionals
11. AAT Qualification ideally but can look at QBE.

What you'll get in return
Flexible hours available.
£14 - £16.63 per hour
Free parking onsite
Pension plan
Life Insurance
Incentive scheme

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.