Hays
Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper

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Hays are currently recruiting for an experienced Bookkeeper to join a well-established organisation on an interim basis. This is an excellent opportunity for a finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and can quickly add value to a busy finance team.
Your new role
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers
- Processing sales and purchase invoices
- Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Bank and account reconciliations
- Preparing VAT returns
- Assisting with month-end processes
- Processing expenses and journals
- Supporting cash flow management and reporting
- Liaising with suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders
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Your summer at the bank plus your econometrics coursework map directly to the day-one responsibilities on this scheme — client modelling, market briefings, and deal support.
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- Previous experience in a Bookkeeper or similar finance role
- Strong knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping principles
- Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero, QuickBooks or similar
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities
- AAT qualification or equivalent experience is desirable
What you'll get in return
- Competitive hourly rate
- Flexible working arrangements
- Opportunity to gain valuable interim experience
- Quick start available
- Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays consultant
What you need to do now
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Desired Skills and Experience
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ledgers
- Processing sales and purchase invoices
- Managing accounts payable and accounts receivable
- Bank and account reconciliations
- Preparing VAT returns
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