Accounts Assistant

Central London (Hybrid)

£135-£155 per day

6-Month Rolling Contract

⏳ Immediate Start Required



We are partnering with a fast-paced and growing retail business based in Central London to recruit an immediately available Accounts Assistant on an initial 6-month rolling contract.



This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic finance team within a well-known retail environment, supporting day-to-day finance operations during a busy period of growth and transformation.




Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices and supplier payments


• Bank reconciliations and cash allocation


• Assisting with sales ledger and credit control activities


• Supporting month-end processes, including accruals and prepayments


• Resolving supplier and internal finance queries


• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity


• Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties and reporting

About You

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant position


• Strong understanding of accounts payable and bank reconciliations


• Experience working in a fast-paced environment, ideally within retail, FMCG, or consumer-focused businesses


• Competent Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs


• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills


• Able to hit the ground running with minimal training


• Immediately available or available at very short notice

What's on Offer

• £135-£155 per day, depending on experience


• Hybrid working arrangement


• Modern Central London offices


• Opportunity to gain experience within a well-established retail business


• Potential for contract extension beyond the initial term

If you're an immediately available finance professional looking for your next contract opportunity within a thriving retail business, we'd love to hear from you.



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