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Part-time Accounts Assistant / Bookkeeper

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited·Colchester (South East England)On-siteTemporary
£15 – £20 / hour
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  • Role Responsibilities: Supporting bookkeeping and finance tasks including CIS billings, ledger activities, bank reconciliations, supplier invoices, credit control, and month-end finance tasks.
  • Key Requirements: Previous bookkeeping experience, attention to detail, ability to work independently, good Excel skills, and familiarity with Xero is advantageous.
  • Conditions & Benefits: Office-based role in Colchester, temporary contract for 4-6 weeks, 27 hours weekly, immediate start, salary between £28,000 and £35,000 FTE depending on experience, own transport essential.
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Part-Time Temporary Bookkeeper Location: Colchester Area (Office Based) Salary: £28,000 - £35,000 FTE (depending on experience) Contract: Temporary (4-6 Weeks) Hours: 27 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 2:30pm Hays are recruiting for a temporary Part-Time Bookkeeper on behalf of a well-established business based in the Colchester area. This is an office-based role offering 27 hours per week for an initial period of 4-6 weeks, with an immediate start preferred.Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will provide support across a range of bookkeeping and finance tasks, with a particular focus on CIS billings and general accounts administration. Key Responsibilities • Processing CIS billings and related documentation • Managing purchase and sales ledger activities • Bank reconciliations • Processing supplier invoices and payments • Credit control and monitoring outstanding accounts • Assisting with month-end finance tasks • Maintaining accurate financial records • Providing ad hoc support to the Finance Manager as required Person Specification • Previous bookkeeping experience is essential • Experience with CIS invoicing/billing is highly desirable. • Strong attention to detail and accuracy • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel • Experience using Xero would be advantageous. • Excellent communication and organisational skills Additional Information • Office-based role • Own transport is essential due to the location. • Immediate start available • Competitive salary equivalent of £28,000 - £35,000 FTE, dependent on experience If you are an experienced bookkeeper available at short notice and looking for a flexible temporary assignment, please apply today. Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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Jul 02, 2026 · true date
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