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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed