Accounts Assistant (Hybrid)

Description

Our client is seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join their finance team for an immediate start. This is a hybrid role offering flexibility, autonomy, and the opportunity to support a busy finance function during a key period. The position is initially expected to last around 6 months, with flexibility around working hours and hybrid working.

This role would suit someone confident working across accounts receivable and credit control, with strong Excel skills and a methodical, detail-focused approach.

What’s on Offer?

Job type: Full time, temporary (approx. 6 months)

Location: Hastings (hybrid working – days at home per week)

Pay rate: £15 per hour

Hours: Flexitime available (9:00–5:00 core hours)

Immediate start

Hybrid and flexible working environment

Key Responsibilities:

Manage accounts receivable processes, ensuring timely and accurate invoicing

Carry out credit control activities and follow up outstanding balances

Perform account reconciliations and resolve discrepancies

Maintain accurate financial records and update ledgers

Use Excel to manage data, reports, and reconciliations

Support month-end finance tasks as required

Liaise professionally with internal teams and external contacts

Ensure accuracy, compliance, and confidentiality at all times

Skills, Experience, and Training Requirements:

Previous experience as an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role

Strong background in accounts receivable

Experience with credit control

Confident completing reconciliations

Good working knowledge of Excel

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively

AAT qualification (or working towards) desirable

Our Ideal Candidate:

Methodical, reliable, and finance-focused

Comfortable working in a hybrid environment

Confident hitting the ground running in a temporary role

A proactive team player with a flexible approach

Available to start immediately or at short notice

How to Apply:

If you have the experience and availability for this role, we would really like to hear from you. Apply directly through this advert with your CV.

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Remote working/work at home options are available for this role.

Ad ID: 5417751213