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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