Accounts Assistant

Reference: 256921575_1786009638

Accounts Assistant

Location: Exeter
Department: Finance
Salary: £28,000
Working hours: Full‑time. Hybrid working.

We are supporting a client in Exeter with the recruitment of an Accounts Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy finance team during a period of operational change, offering varied exposure across Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and Master Data. This role would suit a candidate looking for an entry-level role.

About the Role

This role offers broad financial administration experience, with responsibilities rotating in line with business needs. Initially, the focus will be supporting the wider finance team to ensure accurate processing of Accounts Payable activity, including correct coding, invoice matching, and handling supplier queries across multiple international entities.

Key Responsibilities

  • Posting purchase ledger invoices
  • Matching invoices to purchase orders
  • Resolving supplier queries promptly and professionally
  • Supporting weekly payment runs
  • Assisting the Accounts Receivable team with posting bank transactions
  • Providing project and cross‑functional support as required

What We're Looking For

  • Previous experience within Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, or a general finance support role (1 year)
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Ability to manage queries professionally and efficiently
  • A proactive attitude with the willingness to learn new systems and processes
  • Ability to reliably commute to Exeter is a must

How to apply:

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. For more information please contact Stefanie Farber at Butler Rose Finance Recruitment: [email protected]. Alternatively apply with a full and relevant 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.

£27,000.00 - £29,000.00
Per annum
GBP27000.00 - GBP29000.00 per annum

Exeter

Permanent

Added 06/08/2026
Reference: 256921575_1786009638

Accounts Assistant

Exeter
Permanent

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