Full job descriptionAccounts Assistant| Newquay | Temp
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for the next step in your sector career? Butler Rose is delighted to be partnering with a well-established organisation in Newquay to recruit an Accounts Assistant. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on responsibility, teamwork, and making a meaningful impact.
About the RoleWorking closely with the CFO, you’ll play a pivotal part in the effective financial management, governance, and operational delivery of the organisations finance function. You will support statutory compliance and lead day-to-day accounting activity.
This position offers significant professional breadth-from procurement oversight and payroll administration through to committee reporting, audit preparation, and deputising for the CFO when required.
Key ResponsibilitiesFinancial Management
*Maintain purchase and sale ledgers
*Process payments accurately and on time
*Reconcile supplier statements
*Manage petty cash
Payroll & Staff Payments
*Oversee the monthly payroll cycle using Moneysoft (or similar), ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely submissions.
*Liaise with HR regarding salary changes, new starters, leavers and statutory pay requirements.
Grants & Funding
*Oversee the organisation’s grants programme and support external grant applications and reporting.
Corporate Reporting & Governance
*Prepare and present financial reports for committees and contribute to wider governance documentation.
*Deputise for the CFO when required, supporting urgent decision-making.
Risk, Audit & Compliance
*Support internal and external audits, implement improvements and maintain risk-management practices.
About YouEssential:
*AAT Level 3 (or above) or equivalent experience.
*Strong IT skills, particularly Excel and finance systems.
*Excellent communication skills and the ability to explain finance to non-specialists.
*Experience managing or mentoring colleagues.
Desirable:
*Experience in grant funding or project finance
Why Apply?This role offers meaningful responsibility, excellent exposure to senior leadership, and the chance to directly influence financial governance within a respected organisation. It’s ideal for someone seeking progression, variety and the opportunity to deputise at a senior level.
How to ApplyPlease apply with an up to date copy of your CV.
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Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.