Accounts Assistant

Recruiter
Reed
Location
Carlisle
Salary
£14.00 - £15.00 per hour
Contract
Permanent
Work pattern
Part Time
First listed by Ontap
15 October 2026
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Job description

Accounts Assistant (Purchase Ledger & Sales Ledger)

Location: Carlisle
Salary: £14.00 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience
Hours: 30 hours per week
Job Type: Temporary (Approx. 4-6 weeks)

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team in Carlisle on a temporary basis to provide sickness cover for approximately 4-6 weeks. This part-time (30 hrs per week) role is an excellent opportunity for someone who is immediately available and seeking to contribute to a supportive team environment.

Day-to-day of the role:

Process purchase ledger invoices.
Manage sales ledger activities.
Reconcile supplier statements.
Assist with payment runs.
Chase outstanding payments as required.
Maintain accurate financial records using Sage.
Support the wider finance team with administrative tasks.

Skills & Qualifications:

Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant role, with strong focus on purchase ledger and sales ledger.
Confident user of Sage OR accountancy software.
Good attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to hit the ground running and work independently.

Benefits:

Competitive hourly rate of £14.00 - £15.00 per hour, depending on experience.
30 hours per week.
Immediate start available.
Friendly and supportive team environment.

If you're available immediately and have the relevant finance experience, please apply today for this Accounts Assistant position. Submit your CV.

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