Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant / Accounts Payable Assistant 3 Month Contract Hybrid Free Parking

Location: Peterborough

Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid), Fixed Term Contract (Three Months)

• Join a Professional and Supportive Finance Team
• Are you an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next challenge?
• Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where accuracy, organisation and attention to detail are key?

I'm working for a well respected client who are seeking an Accounts Assistant / Accounts Payable Assistant to join their busy Finance Team, supporting the Finance Manager in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the accounts department.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive finance professional to develop their career within a professional and supportive environment.

The Role

As an Accounts Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the organisation's financial operations, managing a variety of accounting and accounts payable responsibilities, including:

Key Responsibilities

• Processing bank receipts, payments and nominal ledger postings
• Managing deposit account transactions and fund allocations
• Checking and processing CHAPS and BACS payments
• Handling credit, debit and transfer postings across company systems
• Recording and maintaining accurate records of incoming funds and card payment transactions
• Processing bills, disbursements and journals
• Managing uncashed cheques and payment cancellations where required
• Liaising with banks, suppliers and third-party organisations
• Responding to general accounts queries in a timely and professional manner
• Processing petty cash transactions
• Managing the full Accounts Payable process, including:
• Invoice processing and data entry
• Approval workflow management
• Payment run preparation and execution
• Supplier account maintenance
• New supplier setup
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice or payment queries
• Monitoring accounts inboxes and responding to enquiries from colleagues and suppliers
• Supporting continuous improvement initiatives and strengthening internal controls
• Providing support across the wider finance function when required

About You

Essential Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable or similar finance role
• Good understanding of accounting systems and banking processes
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the business
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Professional, organised and proactive approach to work

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