Details:
- Salary: £13 - 15 - Hour
- Job Type: Contract
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Salary Per: Hour
- Location: Oswestry Shropshire
- Date: 13 hours ago
Description:
Pay: £13.00-£15.00 per hour
Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover – Fixed Term)
Oswestry
3 Days per Week | 9:00am – 3:00pm (flexible days & hours)
Fixed Term until 18th December 2026
£13.00 - £15.00 per hour (dependent on experience)
A local award-winning organisation is looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly finance team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for a flexible, part-time role within a supportive and well-established business.
The Role
You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the purchase ledger function, ensuring supplier invoices are processed accurately, payments are made on time, and financial records are maintained to a high standard.
Key Responsibilities
* Processing supplier invoices and generating payments
* Reconciling supplier statements and requesting missing invoices
* Dealing with invoice queries
* Sending invoices to relevant departments for approval
* Preparing and processing weekly supplier payment runs
* Setting up new suppliers on Sage 50
* Completing credit application forms
* Producing supplier remittances
* Matching delivery tickets to invoices
* Monitoring and responding to the Accounts email inbox
* Providing general finance and administrative support as required
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
* Previous experience in a similar Accounts Assistant or Purchase Ledger role
* Experience using Sage 50 Accounts
* Good knowledge of Microsoft Office
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
* The ability to manage multiple tasks and work well as part of a team
Benefits
* £13.00 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience
* 21 days annual leave (pro rata)
* Health Scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Flexible working days and hours
* Friendly and supportive working environment
This organisation is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds.
If you are looking for a flexible Accounts opportunity and have the relevant experience, we would love to hear from you