A fantastic opportunity to join a well-established, growing organisation based in Hessle as a Temporary Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced transactional finance professional who thrives in a hands‑on role and enjoys being part of a collaborative team.
The Opportunity
As the Temporary Accounts Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting day‑to‑day finance operations for a 3-month fixed-term contract period. You’ll work closely with the wider team to maintain accurate financial records and ensure smooth processing across Accounts Payable, Credit Control, bank reconciliations and general finance tasks.
Key Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll be responsible for:
* Accounts Payable: Processing supplier invoices, managing payment runs, and resolving supplier queries
* Accounts Receivable: Raising customer invoices, allocating payments, and supporting credit control activity
* Bank Reconciliations: Completing routine reconciliations and investigating discrepancies
* General Ledger Maintenance: Posting journals, accruals and prepayments, and assisting with month‑end processes
* Ad Hoc Financial Support: Providing general transactional finance support and assisting with credit control as required
What We’re Looking For
* Previous experience in a transactional finance role such as Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Finance Officer, Purchase Ledger Clerk, Credit Control etc.
* Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
* Strong communication skills to handle internal and external finance queries
* Competent Excel skills and experience using accounting software
* A proactive, organised and team‑focused approach
* Available for an immediate start
What’s on Offer
* Competitive salary of £27,000 – £29,000, depending on experience
* A supportive and established finance team
* A 3-month fixed-term contract with an immediate start date
* A positive working culture within a respected organisation
This role is easily commutable from Hull city centre, Anlaby, Cottingham, Willerby, Hessle, Beverley, Market Weighton and surrounding areas
Apply today for this fantastic Temporary Accounts Assistant role
Salary description
£27000.00 - £29000.00 per year