Temporary Accounts Assistant
Location: Pontyclun
Duration: Approx. 6 weeks (with potential for extension)
Hourly Rate: £14.35 - £15 per hour plus hols doe
Môrwell Talent Solutions is working exclusively with a well-regarded client in the Pontyclun area to recruit a Temporary Accounts Assistant to support the finance function to cover a period of illness. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced accounts professional to join a friendly team and make an immediate impact. The role will require a start ideally on the 23rd June and will report directly into the Financial Controller.
Key Responsibilities of the role will include -
- Maintain and reconcile petty cash records, ensuring alignment with the accounting system.
- Act as the first point of contact for finance and general business queries via phone, redirecting as needed.
- Assist with month-end duties, including credit card and petty cash reconciliations, and processing invoice entries.
- Provide support across both Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions, covering team members as required.
- Produce financial reports.
- Process incoming orders via email and EDI.
- Raise and send invoices to customers.
- Liaise with customers regarding order changes, shortages, or delivery queries.
- Match orders to Proof of Delivery (POD) before invoicing.
- Reconcile customer payments against remittance advice.
- Enter purchase invoices into the accounting system.
- Set up and process supplier payments, sending remittances.
- Regularly verify supplier bank details.
- Match invoices to delivery documentation (PODs).
About You:
- Previous experience in an accounts assistant or similar role.
- Confident using accounting systems and Microsoft Excel.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Able to work independently and communicate clearly with internal teams and external contacts.
This is a full-time office-based role and would suit someone available at short notice. My client will consider candidates who are looking for part-time hours.