We are currently seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented Accounts Administrator to join our clients finance team on a 12-month fixed term contract. This role is ideal for an experienced finance professional with a strong background in Accounts Receivable, bookkeeping, and finance administration who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in accuracy, efficiency, and delivering excellent service.
You will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance operations, including customer account management, cash allocation, bookkeeping, month-end activities, and wider finance administration duties.
Key Responsibilities
- Daily cash allocation and accurate posting of customer receipts
- Managing customer queries and resolving discrepancies promptly and professionally
- Issuing and managing sales invoices, credit notes, and copy invoices
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date customer accounts
- Performing account reconciliations and investigating variances
- Supporting month-end finance processes, including reconciliations, reporting, and account reviews
- Completing bookkeeping duties, including maintaining financial records and supporting transactional accounting activities
- Assisting with finance administration tasks to support the wider finance function
- Preparing and reviewing finance reports and documentation as required
- Liaising with internal teams and external customers to ensure timely resolution of queries and issues
- Supporting continuous improvement of finance processes and procedures
Key Requirements
- Minimum 2 years’ experience within an AR, AP or Finance administration function
- Strong understanding of cash allocation, invoicing, reconciliations, and query management
- Experience with bookkeeping and month-end finance duties
- Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a busy environment
- Confident communication skills, both written and verbal
- Good working knowledge of Excel and accounting systems
- A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Full UK driving licence with access to own vehicle is essential
If you are a detail-focused finance professional looking for a varied role combining Accounts Receivable, bookkeeping, month-end support, and finance administration, we would love to hear from you.