?Sharp Consultancy are seeking a highly organised and detail oriented Temporary Assistant Accountant to support a finance team during a busy period. The successful candidate will assist with day to day accounting tasks, month end processes, and general financial administration.
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Key Responsibilities:
*Assist with preparation of monthly management accounts.
*Process purchase invoices, sales invoices, and credit notes.
*Perform bank reconciliations and maintain accurate cashbook records.
*Support accounts payable and accounts receivable functions.
*Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on discrepancies.
*Prepare journals and assist with posting into the accounting system.
*Support month end and year end closing processes.
*Maintain accurate financial records and ensure data integrity.
*Assist with VAT returns and other statutory reporting as needed.
*Provide general administrative and finance support to the wider team.
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Skills & Experience
Essential:
*Experience of working in a similar role.
*Strong understanding of basic accounting principles.
*Proficiency with Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, formulas).
*Excellent attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
*Good communication and organisational skills.
*Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.
Desirable:
*Experience working in a fast paced or high volume finance environment.
*Previous experience in temporary or contract roles.
*Personal Attributes.
*Reliable, flexible, and able to adapt quickly to new processes.
*Proactive and willing to take ownership of tasks.
*Team player with a positive, solutions focused attitude.
*Strong problem solving and analytical thinking skills.
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What’s on Offer:
*Competitive temporary rate.
*Opportunity to gain experience in a dynamic and evolving finance team.
*Supportive and collaborative working environment.
*Potential for contract extension depending on business needs.
*Working hours 8am – 5pm Monday to Friday (office based).










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Sharp Consultancy is a finance and accountancy recruitment specialist assisting accounting and finance divisions of businesses in the Yorkshire and Derbyshire area. With over 30 years’ experience we pride ourselves on sourcing excellent finance professionals across all divisions of an accounts function.


Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK full time without restriction. To apply please send your CV to the e-mail address stated, quoting our reference and specifying which website you saw this position advertised on. Due to the high volume of applications, we receive it is not always possible to respond to unsuccessful applicants. Therefore, if we have not responded to your application within seven days, please note that on this occasion your application has not been successful.
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