Accounts Assistant

SF Recruitment
Leicester

Accounts Assistant (Xero)

3-6 Month Contract

Leicester

£13.50-£14.00 per hour

Immediate Start

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant with Xero experience to join a long-standing finance team based in Leicester.

This is an initial 3-6 month contract with genuine potential to become permanent and take on increased responsibility as the role develops. Interviews are taking place this week with an immediate start available.

The Role:

You will be joining a supportive team of five within a well-established finance function. The primary focus will be to help clear a substantial backlog and support the smooth day-to-day running of the accounts department.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Processing a high volume of sales invoices
  • Processing purchase invoices
  • Reconciling invoices and resolving discrepancies
  • Managing monies in (allocating receipts)
  • Managing monies out (supplier payments)
  • Supporting general finance administration as required


About You:

  • Proven experience using Xero (essential)
  • Strong invoice processing experience
  • Confident with reconciliations
  • High attention to detail and accuracy
  • Able to manage workload effectively and work at pace
  • Team player with a positive, hands-on attitude


More info:

The hours are Monday to Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm (1 hour lunch)

Fully office-based in Leicester

Free on-site parking

Opportunity to progress into a permanent role

If you're immediately available (or available at short notice) and looking to join a friendly, established team where you can make an immediate impact, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now to be considered for interview this week.
Posted 2026-02-23

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