Accounts Assistant Temp

Reference: 261531575_1783527051

Temporary Accounts Assistant - Immediate Start

Location: Taunton
Contract: Temporary (initially 3-6 months)
Salary: £28,000-£32,000

We are currently partnering with a well-established organisation seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Temporary Accounts Assistant to support their busy finance team during a key period.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is available at short notice and looking to gain exposure in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process purchase and sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
  • Manage supplier/customer accounts, reconciliations and ledger queries.
  • Perform bank and company credit card reconciliations.
  • Support credit control and chase outstanding customer debts.
  • Prepare financial reports and support finance administration.

About You:

  • Previous experience in a Finance Assistant or Accounts role
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Good working knowledge of Excel
  • Ability to work independently and manage priorities
  • Available immediately or on short notice
  • Able to reliably commute to Taunton

What's on Offer:

  • Opportunity to join a growing and successful business
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment
  • Varied role with exposure to all aspects of transactional finance

How to Apply:

If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. For more information, please contact Stefanie Farber at Butler Rose Finance Recruitment on [email protected].

This role is available as soon as the right candidate is found so do not delay. There is plenty of free parking and good access to public transport. The hours are full time only and you must be available to start within 1 week of interview.

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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.

£28,000.00 - £32,000.00
Per annum
GBP28000.00 - GBP32000.00 per annum
Added 08/07/2026
Reference: 261531575_1783527051

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