Interim Accounts Assistant

Finance Assistant (Temporary)Location: Exeter area
Rate: Up to £16 per hour
Contract: Temporary, expected to run for up to 6 months
Working Pattern: Hybrid working available
Hours: Full-time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant to join a growing organisation on a temporary basis for an initial period of up to six months.This role would suit an experienced Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or Sales Ledger professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and is looking to gain exposure across a broad finance function.Working closely with the wider finance team, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day transactional finance activities while helping to ensure financial records remain accurate and up to date.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices and managing accounts payable activities
• Raising customer invoices and supporting credit control processes
• Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs
• Processing electronic payments and bank transactions
• Monitoring outstanding debt and chasing overdue payments
• Assisting with cashflow reporting
• Performing regular bank reconciliations
• Maintaining accurate financial records and audit-ready documentation
• Responding to finance-related queries from internal and external stakeholders
• Supporting finance projects and process improvement initiatives

About You

• Previous experience within a finance or accounting environment
• Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
• Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero or similar systems
• Excellent organisational and communication skills
• Able to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines

What's on Offer?

• Up to £16 per hour
• Hybrid working arrangement
• Initial temporary contract expected to last up to 6 months
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a growing business
• Immediate start available

If you're an Accounts Assistant or Finance Assistant looking for your next temporary opportunity in the Exeter area, we'd be keen to hear from you.

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