Job Description
Interim Assistant Accountant - Telecommunications SectorLocation: Buntingford (Temporary)
Role Overview:
Interim Assistant Accountant position supporting the Central Finance team of this great Buntingford based Telecommunications company. The long term temporary role is till at least 2026 with a key focus on purchase ledger, sales ledger, and assisting management accounts. Opportunity to work within the telecommunications sector.
Assistant Accountant Key Responsibilities:
* Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and management accounts.
* Process supplier invoices in Xero, ensuring accurate GL coding and approvals.
* Handle AP/SL queries, supplier reconciliations, and customer debt chasing.
* Assist with payment runs, bank reconciliations, and VAT return preparation.
* Collaborate on finance-related projects across the business portfolio.
Essential Requirements:
* Early stage ACCA/CIMA or AAT qualification or equivalent practical experience.
* Previous experience in AP, AR, or assistant management accounting.
* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Xero is advantageous.
* Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
* Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
Desirable Attributes:
* Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Why Join?
* Temporary Assistant Accountant role with potential for extension or permanent opportunities.
* Work within a supportive finance team in a growing telecommunications sector from their great offices in Buntingford, Hertfordshire.
* Gain exposure to diverse financial operations and projects.