Accounts Assistant

Northampton Business Directory; Wellingborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job description

Accounts Assistant - Purchase Ledger & Cash Handling

Location: Wellingborough, Northamptonshire

Contract: 6-month fixed term, office-based, 5 days per week

Start: Immediate

The Role:

Our client, a well-established organisation in Wellingborough, is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join their finance team on a 6-month fixed-term basis. This is an office-based role and offers immediate start. The successful candidate will support day-to-day finance operations, focusing on purchase ledger, cash handling, and general accounts tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process purchase ledger transactions, including invoice verification, coding, and payments
• Perform cash handling and cashier duties, including receiving payments, issuing receipts, and daily reconciliation
• Manage and reconcile petty cash and support banking activities
• Assist with Accounts Receivable and allocation of payments where required
• Support month-end processes and produce accurate financial records
• Handle supplier and internal queries related to invoices or payments
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and company procedures

Candidate Requirements:

• Previous experience in an accounts assistant, purchase ledger, or cashier role
• Strong numerical skills and Excel proficiency
• Organised, detail-focused, and able to work independently
• Positive attitude with willingness to support a busy finance team

What's on Offer:

• Full-time, office-based role (Monday-Friday)
• 6-month fixed-term contract with immediate start
• Opportunity to gain hands-on experience across purchase ledger, cash handling, and general accounts

Ready to Apply?

If you're an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking for your next challenge, apply today to secure this immediate start role and join a supportive finance team in Wellingborough!