Accounts Assistant

Temporary Accounts Assistant
Office based
Hourly rate £16 - 17ph

We are currently recruiting for a Temporary Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team based in Bury St Edmunds. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional looking for an immediate start and the chance to gain exposure to a broad range of accounting activities within a fast-paced business environment.

Working closely with the Management Accountant, you will provide hands-on support across day-to-day finance operations while assisting with an ongoing business transformation project, including the implementation of a new ERP system.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing purchase ledger and sales ledger transactions


• Invoice processing and account reconciliations


• Performing bank reconciliations


• Assisting with month-end accounting activities


• Posting journals and completing account reconciliations


• Supporting credit control and cash management processes


• Maintaining accurate financial records and documentation


• Assisting with management reporting and financial analysis


• Providing general finance and administrative support to the finance team

About You
To be successful in this role, you will have previous experience working within a finance or accounts environment and be comfortable managing a variety of accounting tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience within a finance, accounts assistant or junior accounting role


• Good understanding of accounting principles and routine finance processes


• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy


• Strong Excel and general IT skills

This role would suit candidates who are available immediately or at short notice and are looking for a hands-on finance position within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Apply today for immediate consideration.

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