Accounts assistant
041228950

£15.84 Per Hour

Full Time

Temporary

Birmingham, West Midlands

Accountancy

Posted 6 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Account Assistants (x2)

3-Month Fixed-Term Contract
Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham
Pay rate: £15.84 per hour
 
Our client, a reputable organisation in the research sector, is seeking two Account Assistants to support their finance team in managing research project accounts. This is a three-month contract from mid-April to mid-July 2025, offering a great opportunity to gain experience in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.

Key Responsibilities
  • Reviewing and following up on timesheets to ensure compliance with minimum requirements.
  • Processing journals, invoices, and other financial transactions within the system.
  • Reviewing and amending system deliverables to enhance claims and invoicing controls.
  • Assisting with document retrieval for year-end audit preparation.
  • Analysing financial reports to identify and correct discrepancies in project accounts.
  • Supporting the finance team with ad-hoc administrative and finance-related tasks.
Candidate Requirements
  • Proficiency in financial systems and strong skills in Microsoft Excel, including pivot tables and lookups.
  • Confidence in communicating effectively with stakeholders, including senior colleagues.
  • Strong attention to detail and analytical problem-solving skills.
  • Previous experience in research project management within Higher Education is desirable.
  • Familiarity with Oracle Fusion systems would be an advantage.
Contract Details
  • Duration: 3 months (mid-April to mid-July 2025)
  • Pay Rate: £15.84 per hour
  • Location: Edgbaston, Birmingham
This is an excellent opportunity for candidates with finance and research project experience to contribute to a highly regarded organisation.

How to Apply
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in this role, please click apply now.

Evan Matthews041

Evan.matthews@pertemps.co.uk

0121 6435000

Division 041

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