Full job descriptionTemporary Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper
Contract: Temporary (ongoing)
Our client is seeking an experienced and proactive Accounts Assistant / 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. In addition to core finance duties, they will play a key role in building effective relationships across the business, acting as a bridge between the Sales, Customer Service and Finance teams to ensure customer credit limits, payment terms and expectations are effectively managed.
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.
*Acting as a key liaison between Sales, Customer Service and Finance teams, ensuring clear communication regarding customer credit limits, payment terms and account status.
*Supporting discussions around credit control matters and helping to manage customer expectations regarding credit days and payment obligations.
*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.
*Confident working with stakeholders across different departments and able to build positive working relationships.
*Ability to communicate financial information clearly and professionally, particularly around credit limits, payment terms and outstanding debt.
*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. We are looking for a dynamic and commercially aware individual who can combine strong finance skills with the ability to influence stakeholders, align internal teams and help maintain excellent customer relationships whilst protecting the business from credit risk.