Interim Part Time Accounts Assistant

The Opportunity

A well-established and values-driven charity based in Bath is seeking a Part-Time Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong transactional finance experience who is looking for flexibility and meaningful work within a supportive environment.You will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records, supporting day-to-day finance operations, and contributing to continuous improvement across finance processes.7 hours over 3 days or 5 hours over 4 days (20 hours total per week) | 2 days mandatory on-site

Key Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• Ensuring appropriate approval processes are followed
• Preparing and processing payment runs, including BACS
• Handling supplier queries effectively
• Raising invoices on a monthly and ad hoc basis
• Reconciling customer accounts
• Allocating incoming payments and resolving discrepancies
• Supporting regular bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
• Investigating and resolving reconciling differences
• Assisting with preparation of monthly management information
• Supporting finance colleagues with transactional and reporting tasks
• Responding to internal and external finance queries
• Identifying opportunities to improve systems and processes
• Supporting implementation of new finance procedures where appropriate

About You

Essential

• Previous experience in a finance or bookkeeping role
• AAT qualified or studying towards (or equivalent experience)
• Strong Excel skills (including lookups and basic data analysis)
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships across teams
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

Desirable

• Experience in the charity or not-for-profit sector
• Familiarity with accounting software (e.g. QuickBooks or similar)
• Experience working with multiple cost centres or budgets

What's on Offer

• Flexible part-time working arrangements
• Supportive and purpose-driven working environment
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful community impact

What you need to do now

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