Accounts Purchase Assistant

Please note that this position is open to UK applicants only

Job Description

We seeking an experienced Temporary Accounts purchasing Assistant to join a team for an initial 5–6 month assignment, based in Wickenby, near Lincoln.

This role will support the finance function within a busy operational environment and would suit someone confident working across accounts administration, particularly within a transport or logistics setting.

Key duties and responsibilities:

– Processing a high volume of purchase invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely posting


Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes

Investigating and resolving invoice queries with suppliers and internal teams


Supporting credit control activities, including monitoring outstanding balances and chasing overdue payments

– Maintaining accurate financial records and updating internal systems


Assisting with month-end tasks where required

– General accounts and finance administration support to the wider team

Key Information

Posted: January 30, 2026
Location: Wickenby, Lincolnshire
Reference: 177997
Duration: Temporary position: 5–6 months
Contract Type: Temporary
Hourly Rate: Pay - £14 p/h basic wage (£525 per week) Weekly pay 28 days annual leave pro-rata
Working Hours: Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday Working hours are flexible between 07:00 – 17:00, provided 37.5 hours are completed (Can work around school hours for child care)
Closing Date: 20260206

Experience & Qualifications

– Previous experience in an accounts or finance support role

Experience within the transport or logistics sector is highly desirable

Strong attention to detail and good numerical accuracy

– Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders


Able to work independently and manage workload effectively in a fast-paced environment

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