Accounts Assistant - Temp (to possible perm) - Immediate Start

Swinton (M27)£28,000 - £30,#removed# hours per week (flexible working hours, typically 8:30am-4:30pm)Office based

Our client are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team based in Swinton. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to join a welcoming business.

You'll be working as part of a close-knit finance team of 4, supporting across both purchase ledger and credit control functions.

What's on offer:

• Temporary with chance of perm
• Flexible working hours
• Supportive team environment
• Fully office-based role
• Free on-site parking

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger:

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
• Reconciling supplier statements
• Setting up BACS and same-day payments (including multi-currency)
• Managing monthly company credit card expenses and receipts
• Setting up new supplier accounts
• Raising intercompany recharge invoices
• Handling supplier queries via email and telephone

Credit Control: (Supporting the Credit Controller)

• Posting and allocating daily customer payments
• Sending invoices and statements to customers
• Chasing outstanding payments (including proforma and standard accounts)
• Raising credit notes where required
• Dealing with customer queries via email and telephone

About You:

• Previous experience in a similar Accounts Assistant role
• Confident working across both purchase ledger and credit control
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
• Comfortable communicating with suppliers and customers

If you're looking for a stable role within a supportive team where you can develop your finance experience, we'd love to hear from you.