This manufacturing business are experts in what they do, with a tier 1 client base in their industry, they are recognised as a genuine top-tier supplier to some of the biggest household names in the country. Due to an employee going on maternity they are seeking an Accounts Assistant on a one-year contract to start as soon as possible. This role has a high chance of going permanent due to some internal changes within the team. The Role: As a business they are wanting an all round transactional Accounts Assistant who is wanting to gain more exposure, that is able to assist with a bit of everything within the accounts function. The role itself will be initially focused around managing the customers and all related administration on the accounts receivable ledger. It isn't a typical ledger in the sense you will not be chasing debt, the customers generally pay on time and the customer side is more of relationship management. You will allocate the cash, set up new customers, provide statements, and do the day to day of the AR whilst also supporting on the Purchase Ledger. The role will evolve in time, taking on more of the whole overall accounts process as the business is currently looking at the duty distribution across the team. Requirements: It is important that the candidates have worked on an AR ledger at least as part of their role and can demonstrate their ability to develop strong customer relationships. You must also have a good working knowledge of the overall accounts process and ideally have other transactional finance skills. You must be comfortable with VLOOKUPS and Pivot tables, this is essential. Attention to detail, organisation and the ability to work to strict deadlines is a key attribute for this position The role is paying up to £30,000 with flexible working hours with the option to condense your hours to 4 working days and have Fridays off. Holidays start at 33 days per year (including Bank Holidays) plus a number of other additional benefits. Aside from the benefits, you will be part of a close knit, friendly team that have just upgraded their offices and the group is constantly re-investing into the business. ADZN1_UKTJ