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Temporary Accounts Assistant

Insite Public Practice Recruitment Limited
Posted 14 days ago, valid for 10 days
Location

Buntingford, Hertfordshire SG9 0AA, England

Contract type

Part Time

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  • The Interim Accounts Assistant position is located in Buntingford and is a temporary role within the telecommunications sector, lasting until at least 2026.
  • The role involves supporting the Central Finance team with responsibilities including purchase and sales ledger management, month-end processes, and assisting with management accounts.
  • Candidates should have an AAT qualification or equivalent practical experience, along with previous experience in accounts payable, accounts receivable, or assistant management accounting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel is required, and familiarity with Xero is advantageous, along with strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills.
  • The salary for this role is competitive, and it offers opportunities for extension or permanent positions within a supportive finance team.

Interim Accounts Assistant - Telecommunications SectorLocation: Buntingford (Temporary)

Role Overview:

Interim Accounts Assistant position supporting the Central Finance team of this great Buntingford based Telecommunications company. The long term temporary role is till at least 2026 with a key focus on purchase ledger, sales ledger, and assisting management accounts. Opportunity to work within the telecommunications sector.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and management accounts.
  • Process supplier invoices in Xero, ensuring accurate GL coding and approvals.
  • Handle AP/SL queries, supplier reconciliations, and customer debt chasing.
  • Assist with payment runs, bank reconciliations, and VAT return preparation.
  • Collaborate on finance-related projects across the business portfolio.
Essential Requirements:
  • AAT qualification or equivalent practical experience.
  • Previous experience in AP, AR, or assistant management accounting.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Xero is advantageous.
  • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
Desirable Attributes:
  • Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Why Join?
  • Temporary role with potential for extension or permanent opportunities.
  • Work within a supportive finance team in a growing telecommunications sector from their great offices in Buntingford, Hertfordshire.
  • Gain exposure to diverse financial operations and projects.

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.