Interim Accounts Assistant

Interim Accounts Assistant - 2 months+, accounts payable focus, Cambridge £16.50 per hour

We are working for a well-established utilities company whose work keeps communities connected and running smoothly.

Their Cambridge office is looking for someone reliable and detail-driven to join the finance team and help keep things ticking behind the scenes. As the Accounts Assistant, you'll be right at the heart of the day-to-day operations, you'll make sure suppliers get paid on time, records stay accurate, and any errors get sorted quickly.

The Accounts Assistant Role:

• Processing invoices and matching them with purchase orders

• Handling payment runs and keeping supplier accounts up to date

• Reconciling statements and sorting out any discrepancies

• Responding to queries from suppliers and internal teams

• Supporting month-end tasks and helping with financial reporting What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in accounts payable and accounts receivable

• Good working knowledge of accounting systems (Sage, SAP, Oracle, etc.)

• Strong attention to detail and a knack for staying organised

• Clear communication skills and a helpful attitude

• Able to work independently and meet deadlines Bonus Points If You Have

• Experience in the utilities or infrastructure sector

• An AAT qualification or are working towards one What You'll Get

• Competitive hourly rate

• A friendly, supportive team

• Real impact in a company that keeps the country running