£16/hr to £17/hr
England, United Kingdom
Temporary, Variable

Accounts Assistant

Posted by SF Recruitment .

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Finance Officer for a temporary 3-month contract to support our finance team during a busy period. This is an all-round finance role, ideal for someone with a strong grounding in finance operations and experience using Xero.

Key Responsibilities:
Accounts Payable & Receivable:

Process supplier invoices and payments

Raise sales invoices and credit notes

Manage debtors and follow up on overdue accounts

Bank Reconciliations:

Perform daily/weekly bank reconciliations

Reconcile credit card and petty cash accounts

Reconcile payroll journals in Xero

Month-End Support:

Prepare journal entries (e.g. accruals, prepayments)

Assist with management accounts preparation

Ensure timely and accurate reporting

General Finance Admin:

Maintain accurate financial records

Support audit or year-end processes as needed

Liaise with internal teams and external stakeholders

Requirements:
Proven experience in a similar all-round finance role

Strong working knowledge of Xero

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy

Good Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUPs, etc.)

Ability to work independently and manage priorities

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

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