Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Cheltenham
Pay: £14.00 - £15.00 per hour
Contract: 3 months (potential to extend)
Hours: Full-time, 5 days office-based
We are recruiting on behalf of an established electric utility company in Cheltenham for a skilled Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is studying towards or has completed their AAT qualification and is looking to build on their experience in a supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities

• Carrying out bank reconciliations accurately and on time.
• Managing the purchase ledger and processing supplier invoices.
• Handling the sales ledger, including raising and posting invoices.
• Supporting wider finance tasks as required.
• Using Xero accounting software on a daily basis.

Candidate Profile

• Previous experience in an accounts role (purchase ledger, sales ledger, reconciliations).
• Ideally AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confident using Xero (or similar accounting software).
• Organised and proactive, with good communication skills.

This role offers the chance to work in a busy and supportive finance team with the potential for extension beyond the initial 3 months.