Job Title: Temporary Accounts Assistant

Location: Ampthill, Bedford

Salary: Up to £14.50 per hour

Type: Full Time - 8 weeks Temporary Support - Potential for Longer

Hybrid Working Availablev - Up to 3 Days a week from home

This hybrid role involves managing accounts payable and a small accounts receivable ledger. You'll work closely with the UK finance team and ensure timely payments and efficient debt collection. Tuesdays and Fridays at the Ampthill office are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage payables ledger: post invoices, handle employee expenses, set up new suppliers, and ensure timely payments.
• Prepare payment runs using HSBC net.
• Manage receivables ledger: post and allocate customer payments, chase overdue balances.
• Ensure compliance with local and group reporting requirements.
• Help develop efficient procedures.

Key Competencies & Requirements

• Energetic, quick learner, and thrives under pressure.
• Strong team player with a "can-do" attitude.
• Detail-oriented, organised, and excellent at time management.
• Good communication skills.
• FMCG, Retail, or Wholesale background preferred, but not essential.

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