Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant (FTC)Start Date: 5th JanuaryContract: Fixed-Term until 1st November (potential to extend to permanent)Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pmLocation: London City, Hybrid – ideally in the office once a weekAbout UsPRS are partnered with a dynamic and fast-growing organisation specialising in workforce management for a wide range of clients across multiple sectors. Built on strong relationships and operational excellence.As part of our continued growth, we are expanding our finance team and are seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the smooth running of our financial operations during a maternity cover period. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative and fast-paced environment where your work will have a real impact on the accuracy and efficiency of our processes.Role OverviewWe are looking for a highly organised, detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support daily, weekly, and monthly finance activities. You will maintain accurate financial records, process invoices, complete reconciliations, manage payments, produce reports, and work closely with internal teams and external agencies. This role suits someone who is proactive, deadline-driven, and confident working with systems such as NetSuite and self-billing platforms (training can be provided).Key ResponsibilitiesMonitor bank statements daily, allocating all incoming payments promptlyPerform regular bank reconciliations for both current and factoring accountsProcess purchase ledger invoices and keep the PO tracker up to dateArrange supplier payments in accordance with internal approval proceduresUpload self-billing invoices and credit notes into NetSuite with accuracyPrepare and update client rebate reports, issuing rebate invoices when requiredSend out client statements and ensure all information is correct and currentAllocate client payments and coordinate corresponding agency paymentsComplete month-end tasks, including posting rebates, accruals, and prepaymentsGenerate aged debtor reports and proactively follow up on outstanding balancesRaise a high volume of monthly invoices for clients and partners to agreed timelinesProvide ad-hoc reporting and support to the finance team as neededSkills & ExperiencePrevious experience within an accounts or finance support roleStrong knowledge of purchase ledger processes, cash allocation, and reconciliationsFamiliarity with NetSuite or similar finance systems (training can be provided)Experience using self-billing platforms (training can be provided)Advanced Excel skills and confidence working with data and spreadsheetsStrong organisational ability and comfortable managing strict deadlinesClear communicator with a proactive, solution-focused approachAble to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentAdditional InformationCovering maternity leave from early MarchIdeal start date: 5th JanuaryContract ends: 1st November (with potential extension to permanent)Hybrid working – flexibility provided, ideally in-office once a week