Hays Specialist Recruitment
Accounts Assistant
Wakefield WF2 2EE
Key information
- Pay
- Salary not listed
- Hours
- Full-time
- Contract
- Temporary
- Posted date
- 17 Jul 2026
- Closing date
- 16 Aug 2026
About this role
Location
Near Normanton,
West Yorkshire Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00am - 4:00pm
Contract
Temporary with the possibility of becoming permanent
Pay Rate
Competitive hourly rate
Hays Accountancy & Finance are recruiting for a Temporary Accounts Assistant to join a growing finance team based near Normanton. This role will initially focus on Purchase Ledger duties, with the opportunity to secure a permanent position for the right candidate.
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant or Purchase Ledger Clerk who is immediately available and looking to join a supportive and fast-paced finance function.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing accounts email inboxes and responding to supplier queries.
- Processing approved purchase invoices onto the finance system.
- Reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
- Assisting with weekly payment runs.
- Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve invoice and payment queries.
- Providing ad-hoc support to the wider finance team as required.
Skills & Experience
- Previous experience within Accounts Payable, Purchase Ledger or a wider Accounts Assistant role.
- Good Excel skills.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
What You'll Get in Return
- Immediate start available.
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Monday to Friday working pattern, 8:00am - 4:00pm.
- Friendly and supportive team environment.
- Opportunity to gain valuable experience within a well-established organisation.
- Potential for the role to become permanent.
What you need to do now
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