Accounts Assistant (Temp)
4 days ago
Plymouth
Finance Assistant Plymouth | Temporary | Full-timeSalary: Competitive, depending on experience Butler Rose is delighted to be supporting a well-established manufacturing business in their search for a temporary Finance Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build on their existing finance experience within a friendly, supportive SME environment. Working closely with the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance function, covering a broad mix of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, credit control, banking, and general finance administration. Key ResponsibilitiesAccounts Receivable & Credit Control • Manage the full credit control process, including proactive debt chasing and maintaining strong relationships with customer finance teams., • Monitor overdue accounts and apply shipment holds when needed., • Set up new customer accounts, carrying out credit checks and sanctions compliance., • Process customer billing for completed shipments.Cash Management & Reporting, • Enter and allocate daily cash receipts and payments., • Prepare and send monthly customer statements., • Complete month-end reconciliations across bank, AP, and AR.Accounts Payable & Expenses, • Process supplier invoices and employee expenses accurately and on time., • Manage payment runs in line with agreed schedules.Audit, Compliance & Financial Support, • Support internal and external audits with accurate documentation and reconciliations., • Maintain compliance with VAT and customs requirements., • Assist with ad hoc reporting, reconciliations, and wider operational finance tasks.General Administration, • Provide occasional reception/switchboard cover., • Support time and attendance reporting., • Experience in both Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable., • Strong accuracy and attention to detail in data entry., • Confident communication skills and a customer-focused approach., • Good organisational ability and comfort working to deadlines., • Strong problem-solving skills. Apply now with a copy of your CV, or contact Matt Jones for more information: #IND-LL-25 Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.