An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated and experienced temporary accounts assistant to join the Accounting & Finance team in a well-established not-for-profit organisation. The successful applicant will play an integral role in supporting the team with financial administrative tasks.
Client Details
Our client is a not for profit and charities organisation in Bedford with a headcount of over 1000 employees. They are well-regarded in their sector and pride themselves on making a significant impact across Bedfordshire.
Description
Temporary Accounts Assistant:
- Performing day-to-day financial transactions, including verifying, classifying, and recording accounts receivable data.
- Preparing bills, invoices and bank deposits.
- Reconciling the accounts receivable ledger to ensure that all payments are accounted for and accurately posted.
- Generating financial statements and reports detailing accounts receivable status.
- Ensuring accuracy and efficiency of operations, processing and monitoring incoming payments, and securing revenue by verifying and posting receipts.
- Performing account reconciliations in a timely manner.
- Providing support and assistance to company personnel.
- Investigating and resolving any irregularities or enquiries.
Profile
Temporary Accounts Assistant:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly with Excel.
- Knowledge of relevant accounting software, ideally Xero.
- An understanding of basic bookkeeping and accounting payable/receivable principles.
- Proven ability to calculate, post, and manage accounting figures and financial records.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Immediate availability.
Job Offer
- An hourly salary rate of approximately £13.50 to £17
- Opportunities to contribute to meaningful projects within the not-for-profit sector
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- Generous holiday leave allowance
- Exposure to financial operations within the not-for-profit industry