Company: INSITE PUBLIC PRACTICE RECRUITMENT LIMITED
Job Type: Permanent, FullTime
Salary: £32,000 - £38,000 per annum
Interim Assistant Accountant - Telecommunications SectorLocation: Buntingford (Temporary)
Role Overview: Interim Assistant Accountant position supporting the Central Finance team of this great Buntingford based Telecommunications company. The long term temporary role is till at least 2026 with a key focus on purchase ledger, sales ledger, and assisting management accounts. Opportunity to work within the telecommunications sector.
Assistant Accountant Key Responsibilities: - Support month-end processes, including accruals, prepayments, and management accounts.
- Process supplier invoices in Xero, ensuring accurate GL coding and approvals.
- Handle AP/SL queries, supplier reconciliations, and customer debt chasing.
- Assist with payment runs, bank reconciliations, and VAT return preparation.
- Collaborate on finance-related projects across the business portfolio.
Essential Requirements: - Early stage ACCA/CIMA or AAT qualification or equivalent practical experience.
- Previous experience in AP, AR, or assistant management accounting.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with Xero is advantageous.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, team-oriented approach.
Desirable Attributes: - Experience with ERP systems and financial reporting tools.
Why Join? - Temporary Assistant Accountant role with potential for extension or permanent opportunities.
- Work within a supportive finance team in a growing telecommunications sector from their great offices in Buntingford, Hertfordshire.
- Gain exposure to diverse financial operations and projects.