Temporary Accounts Assistant

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 23 rd 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.