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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