Senior Accounts Assistant (12-Week Contract)

Reference: EKMAWC0626_1781702216

Senior Accounts Assistant (12-Week Contract)

West Cumbria | £16.00-£16.90 per hour | Immediate Start

We are seeking an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant to join our client's finance team on an initial 12-week contract, with the potential for the role to be extended.

This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on finance professional who can hit the ground running and make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities

  • Preparation of monthly management accounts
  • Budgeting and forecasting
  • Balance sheet reconciliations
  • Variance analysis and reporting
  • Assisting with month-end processes
  • Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc projects

Requirements

  • Proven experience as a Senior Accounts Assistant or in a similar finance role
  • Strong analytical and reporting skills
  • Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
  • Excellent Excel and financial systems knowledge
  • Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential
  • Must be available to start immediately

What's on Offer

  • Rate: £16.00- £16.90 per hour
  • Initial 12-week contract
  • Potential for extension
  • Opportunity to work with a supportive and established finance team
  • Based in the West Cumbria area

If you're an experienced Senior Accounts Assistant looking for your next contract role and are available to start straight away, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

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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.

£16.00 - £16.97
Per hour
GBP16.00 - GBP16.97 per hour

Workington

Temporary

Added 24/06/2026
Reference: EKMAWC0626_1781702216

Senior Accounts Assistant (12-Week Contract)

Workington
Temporary

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