Temporary Finance Assistant

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Temporary Accounts Assistant to support our finance team during a busy period. The successful candidate will provide hands-on support across day-to-day finance operations and must be confident using Sage accounting software from day one. This role is ideal for someone with previous accounts experience who can quickly integrate into the team, work independently, and manage a busy workload with minimal supervision. Personal Attributes: * Temporary assignment with immediate start * This assignment is 4 days a week / Monday to Thursday * Hourly rate is £12.71p/h plus holiday pay * Proven recent hands-on experience using Sage * Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel What you will be doing as an Accounts Assistant: * Processing purchase invoices and matching them to purchase orders using Sage * Raising and processing sales invoices and credit notes * Posting and allocating customer receipts * Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies * Processing supplier payment runs * Performing bank reconciliations * Assisting with credit control and chasing overdue payments * Supporting month-end finance processes including journals, accruals, and prepayments * Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data is kept up to date in Sage * Handling finance queries from suppliers, customers, and internal stakeholders * Supporting the finance team with ad hoc accounting and administrative duties Skills and Experience from an Accounts Assistant: * Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant / similar accounting role * Proven hands-on experience using Sage accounting software (essential) * Proven hands-on experience using Excel - Formulas (essential) * Strong understanding of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes * Experience with bank reconciliations and invoice processing * High level of accuracy and strong attention to detail * Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively Strong communication and organisational skills Disclaimer Due to the large number of applications we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If you have not heard from us within two weeks, please consider your application for the currently advertised position unsuccessful. However, we may contact you regarding other suitable roles. We want to emphasize that no wording in this advertisement is intended to discriminate based on gender, marital status, race, religion, ethnicity, age, disability, or sexual orientation. All candidates will be evaluated solely on their merits, qualifications, and ability to fulfil the responsibilities of the role. Recruitment Solutions (NW) LTD operates as an employment agency for both permanent recruitment and temporary placements