Accounts Assistant​/Bookkeeper

Position: Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper
Temporary Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Bookkeeper to join their business on a temporary basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who can quickly integrate into the team and take ownership of day-to-day bookkeeping responsibilities from day one. The successful candidate will be a self-starter with strong Xero experience and the confidence to work independently, ensuring the smooth running of the finance function.

Key Responsibilities Managing the purchase ledger function, including processing supplier invoices and payment runs Managing the sales ledger function, including raising invoices and allocating receipts Performing regular bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies Chasing outstanding debt and managing credit control activities Maintaining accurate financial records within Xero Processing journals and assisting with month-end tasks where required Handling supplier and customer queries in a timely and professional manner Supporting the wider business with ad hoc finance and administration duties Person Specification Previous bookkeeping experience covering both purchase and sales ledger Strong working knowledge of Xero is essential

Experience of bank reconciliations and credit control Ability to work independently with minimal supervision Excellent attention to detail and accuracy Strong organisational and communication skills Available to start at short notice This role would suit an experienced Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeper who enjoys a varied workload and can confidently hit the ground running in a busy environment.