ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT (CONTRACT)

We are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team on a 4‑month temporary contract. You will support accounts payable, payments and month‑end closing for two entities, helping to keep records accurate and deadlines on track.

Key Responsibilities

1. Accounts Payable

• Post trade and non-trade supplier invoices for two entities accurately and on time.

• Match overseas trade purchase invoices against goods received notes (GRNs) before posting.

• Prepare monthly accounts payable (AP) reconciliations for two entities and follow up on discrepancies.

• Liaise with suppliers on invoice queries, statements of account and payment status.

2. Payments and Claims

• Process monthly supplier payments for two entities, including contra settlements against accounts receivable (AR).

• Process weekly staff claims, driver cash card reimbursements and ad hoc weekly payments.

3. Month-End Closing

• Prepare month-end provision and accrual journal entries.

4. Documentation

• Sort and file accounting documents for two entities, keeping records complete and audit ready.

Requirements

• Diploma, or LCCI in Accounting, or equivalent.

• At least 1–2 years of accounts payable or general accounting experience.

• Working knowledge of accounting software (e.g. Navision) and Microsoft Excel.

• Meticulous and well organised, with the ability to meet month-end deadlines.

• Good communication skills for dealing with suppliers and internal staff.

• Available to start at short notice.