Temporary Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant – Temporary to Permanent

St Ives (office-based)
A well-established international company is seeking a proactive and detail-focused Accounts Assistant to join its busy finance team. This is a varied, hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can confidently manage multiple accounting and administrative tasks to deadline.

The Role

Reporting to the Accounts Office Manager, responsibilities will include:

• Processing customer receipts, BACS payments, invoices and reconciliations
• Managing supplier payments and remittances
• Assisting with credit control and account queries
• Supporting month-end and quarterly VAT processes
• Processing purchase invoices and payment links
• Assisting with year-end preparation and reporting
• Liaising professionally with customers, suppliers and internal departments

About You

The successful candidate will ideally have:

• Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role
• AAT Level 2 (or equivalent) preferred
• Strong Excel and MS Office skills
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
• The ability to work independently and manage deadlines effectively
• A professional and confident communication style
• Must live or comfortably commute to St ...