Posted 24 July, 2026
Purchase Ledger Accounts Assistant
Reed
Colchester, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Temporary Finance Assistant
\nLocation: Colchester (Office-Based)Contract: Temporary (2-3 Months)Pay: £12.71 - £14.00 per hour DOEHours: 40 hours per week
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- Monday to Thursday: 8:00am - 5:00pm (30-minute lunch) \n
- Friday: 8:00am - 3:00pm (1-hour lunch)Start Date: Ideally 27th July \n
We are seeking a Temporary Finance Assistant to support our busy Finance Department for a 2-3 month period. This role will provide vital day-to-day support to a small finance team, helping to ensure the smooth running of the department.
\nKey Responsibilities
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- Processing supplier invoices \n
- Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes \n
- Reconciling supplier statements \n
- Resolving supplier queries \n
- Assisting with payment runs \n
- General finance administration \n
- Supporting wider office administration as required \n
About You
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- Previous experience within a finance department \n
- Purchase Ledger / Accounts Payable experience preferred \n
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills \n
- Good Microsoft Excel and IT skills \n
- Able to work independently and as part of a small team \n
- Experience with accounting software, ideally Sage 200 \n
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Finance Assistant or Purchase Ledger Clerk looking for an immediate temporary assignment within a supportive and friendly team.
