We are delighted to be partnering with a well-established and respected organisation to recruit an Accounts Assistant to join their UK finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional who enjoys a hands‑on role and wants to be part of a collaborative, supportive finance function to join them on a part time basis.
The ideal candidate will be working around 18 hours per week, with flexibility on hours/days - would suit someone looking to work school hours.
The Role
Reporting into the Financial Controller, the Accounts Assistant will play a key role in ensuring accurate and timely financial processing, with a strong focus on supplier ledger activities. You will also support month‑end processes, audits, and a variety of ad hoc finance projects.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
* Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
* Preparing and processing payment runs, including BACS and internal netting
* Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies
* Processing employee expense claims and uploading to the finance system
* Assisting with month‑end activities, including accruals and prepayments
* Maintaining accurate supplier records
* Responding to supplier and internal finance queries professionally
* Supporting year‑end audit processes and ad hoc finance projects
About You
* Minimum of 3 years’ experience working within a supplier ledger / accounts payable role
* AAT part-qualified or currently studying (desirable)
* Strong attention to detail with a proactive, can‑do attitude
* Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
* Good working knowledge of finance systems
* Confident user of Microsoft Excel and O365 (intermediate Excel skills desirable)
* Strong written and verbal English communication skills
What’s on Offer
* A stable and supportive working environment
* Exposure to a broad finance role with development opportunities
* The chance to work closely with an experienced finance team
* Generous salary in line with experience - £30‑34k full time equivalent, pro‑rated to reflect the reduced hours
* Hybrid working after initial training period.
If you’re an Accounts Assistant looking for your next step in a well‑structured finance function, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion - interviews will be taking place week commencing 12th January 2026.
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