Robert Half Finance & Accounting are supporting a business who are looking for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their team on a fixed term contract basis for 9 months. This opportunity has the potential to be extended and can either be based in Plymouth or Exeter.
Start Date: April 2026
Duration: 9 months, with potential of extension
Location: Plymouth or Exeter
Salary: £29,000 - £32,000
Working hours: 9am - 5pm Monday to Friday, 1 hour lunch break
Responsibilities:
* Maintaining the accounts payable ledger
* Maintaining the accounts receivable ledger
* Bank reconciliations
* Assisting with month end - accruals, prepayments
* Assisting with client reporting
* Liaising and resolving client queries
* Self-assessment tax returns
* Assisting with ad hoc finance tasks to assist the wider business
Desired experience/background:
* Proven experience in a similar varied position
* Initiative to work in both individually and in a team environment
* High attention to detail
* Excellent communication
* Computer literate
* Experience using Xero - Desirable
* Studied or currently studying AAT - Desirable
* Knowledge of UK tax regulations - Desirable
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