Temporary Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper

Reference: TAABKEK_1784361217

Temporary Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper (3-6 Month Contract)

Location: Warrington
Salary: £15.38-£17.94 per hour depending on experience
Contract: Temporary (3- 6 Months) with the potential to become permanent
Hours: Full-time

We are currently recruiting for a reliable and experienced Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper to join a friendly and growing business on a temporary basis for approximately six months. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied finance role, with the possibility of securing a permanent position for the right candidate.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Processing purchase and sales ledger invoices
  • Bank reconciliations
  • Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
  • Assisting with credit control
  • Processing payments and allocating receipts
  • Supporting month-end procedures
  • Maintaining accurate financial records
  • Assisting with VAT returns where required
  • General finance administration and ad hoc support to the finance team

About You:

  • Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeping role
  • Good working knowledge of accounting software such as Sage, Xero, or QuickBooks
  • Strong Excel skills
  • Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
  • Ability to work independently and manage priorities
  • AAT qualification or studying towards AAT would be advantageous but is not essential

What's on Offer:

  • Immediate start available
  • Competitive hourly rate/salary
  • Friendly and supportive working environment
  • Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a successful business
  • Potential for the role to become permanent for the right person

If you're an experienced finance professional looking for your next opportunity and are available to start at short notice, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today with your CV.

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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.

£15.38 - £17.95
Per hour
GBP15.38 - GBP17.95 per hour

Warrington

Temporary

Added 18/07/2026
Reference: TAABKEK_1784361217

Temporary Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper

Warrington
Temporary

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