Accounts Assistant - Temporary

Robert Half are recruiting for a temporary Accounts Assistant to be based in West Swindon.

You will play a key role in supporting the finance team with day-to-day accounts administration.

This position encompasses responsibilities across purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking, and credit control to ensure the smooth operation of financial processes, accurate record-keeping, and compliance with company policies.

• Process supplier invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely entry into the accounting system.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and process payments to suppliers, including BACS payments and cheque runs.
• Maintain up-to-date and organised purchase ledger records.
• Raise and issue sales invoices in line with customer agreements and contracts.
• Post customer receipts into the accounting system, ensuring accuracy of allocations.
• Respond to customer inquiries and resolve any invoicing issues in a timely manner.
• Assist in reconciling customer accounts on the ledger.
• Assist with the preparation and posting of journals relating to banking and treasury.
• Provide support with cashflow monitoring and reporting.
• Monitor outstanding customer debts and proactively chase overdue payments.
• Maintain accurate records of communications with customers regarding payments.
• Negotiate payment terms and work to resolve disputes to avoid bad debts.
• Support with the preparation of aged debt reports for management review.
• Proven experience in a similar accounts assistant role, with exposure to purchase ledger, sales ledger, banking, and credit control.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a customer service focus.
• Proficiency in using accounting software (e.g., Xero, QuickBooks, Sage) and Microsoft Excel.
• Good organizational and time management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.

• AAT qualification (fully or part-qualified) or equivalent bookkeeping experience.
• Familiarity with multi-currency transactions and reconciliations.
• Experience working in a fast-paced finance environment.

• High level of integrity and confidentiality when handling financial information.
• Proactive

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