Accounts Assistant (Maternity Cover)
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 March 2026 |
| Location: | Solihull, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Elite Personnel Ltd |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | TM18097 |
Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced and organised Accounts Assistant to join our clients team on a maternity cover basis.
In this role, you will support the day-to-day activities of the accounts function, ensuring accurate processing and timely completion of financial tasks. You will work closely with the senior finance team and provide essential support across a range of accounting duties.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining sales ledgers
Processing purchase ledgers
Data entry
Matching batching coding
Processing daily cash postings
Completing bank reconciliations
Assisting with general accounting and administrative tasks
Supporting the finance and management team with ad-hoc duties as required
About You
Previous experience in an accounts or finance-related role is advantageous
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Able to work to deadlines and manage a varied workload
Comfortable working independently as well as part of a small team
Enthusiastic, reliable, and proactive in your approach
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
Hours between 8.30 to 5.30
Benefits
Free parking
Free tea and coffee
Pension
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Modern offices
Fast paced
Introductory training
Please note we will require a copy of your UK rights to work to before an application can be progressed. Due to the unprecedented volume of response, we are currently receiving, regrettably we are no longer able to respond to every application individually. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours, please assume your application for this role has been unsuccessful. We do read each CV carefully and if the situation changes or another potentially suitable role becomes active, we will be back in contact.
In this role, you will support the day-to-day activities of the accounts function, ensuring accurate processing and timely completion of financial tasks. You will work closely with the senior finance team and provide essential support across a range of accounting duties.
Key Responsibilities
Maintaining sales ledgers
Processing purchase ledgers
Data entry
Matching batching coding
Processing daily cash postings
Completing bank reconciliations
Assisting with general accounting and administrative tasks
Supporting the finance and management team with ad-hoc duties as required
About You
Previous experience in an accounts or finance-related role is advantageous
Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office (particularly Excel)
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
Able to work to deadlines and manage a varied workload
Comfortable working independently as well as part of a small team
Enthusiastic, reliable, and proactive in your approach
Working Hours
Monday to Friday
Hours between 8.30 to 5.30
Benefits
Free parking
Free tea and coffee
Pension
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Modern offices
Fast paced
Introductory training
Please note we will require a copy of your UK rights to work to before an application can be progressed. Due to the unprecedented volume of response, we are currently receiving, regrettably we are no longer able to respond to every application individually. If you have not heard back from us within 48 hours, please assume your application for this role has been unsuccessful. We do read each CV carefully and if the situation changes or another potentially suitable role becomes active, we will be back in contact.