Exchequer Assistant
Posted on Jul 20, 2026 by CV-Library
Oakham, Rutland, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£16.2 - £16.2 Hourly
Contract/Project
Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Exchequer Assistant to join Rutland Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
* Process supplier invoices and ensure timely creditor payments, including BACS payment runs.
* Raise debtor invoices and credit notes in line with agreed timescales.
* Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts.
* Process and reconcile cash receipts, banking transactions and income records.
* Ensure the correct treatment of VAT and assist with CIS verification and deductions where required.
* Reconcile financial data, investigate discrepancies and clear suspense accounts.
* Monitor outstanding debts and assist with debt recovery activities in accordance with Council policies.
* Provide advice and guidance to internal departments on purchasing, invoicing and financial procedures.
* Respond to finance enquiries from colleagues, customers and external organisations.
* Support year-end financial processes and maintain accurate financial records.
Requirements
* Previous experience working within an Exchequer, Finance or Accountancy function, ideally within a Local Authority or public sector organisation.
* Experience of accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase ledger or sales ledger processes.
* Knowledge of VAT and financial reconciliations.
Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you
Key Responsibilities
* Process supplier invoices and ensure timely creditor payments, including BACS payment runs.
* Raise debtor invoices and credit notes in line with agreed timescales.
* Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts.
* Process and reconcile cash receipts, banking transactions and income records.
* Ensure the correct treatment of VAT and assist with CIS verification and deductions where required.
* Reconcile financial data, investigate discrepancies and clear suspense accounts.
* Monitor outstanding debts and assist with debt recovery activities in accordance with Council policies.
* Provide advice and guidance to internal departments on purchasing, invoicing and financial procedures.
* Respond to finance enquiries from colleagues, customers and external organisations.
* Support year-end financial processes and maintain accurate financial records.
Requirements
* Previous experience working within an Exchequer, Finance or Accountancy function, ideally within a Local Authority or public sector organisation.
* Experience of accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase ledger or sales ledger processes.
* Knowledge of VAT and financial reconciliations.
Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you
Reference: 225393282
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Exchequer Assistant
Posted on Jul 20, 2026 by CV-Library
Oakham, Rutland, United Kingdom
Accountancy
Immediate Start
£16.2 - £16.2 Hourly
Contract/Project
Belmont Recruitment are currently looking for an experienced Exchequer Assistant to join Rutland Council on an initial 3-6 month temporary contract. This is a full-time role working 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Key Responsibilities
* Process supplier invoices and ensure timely creditor payments, including BACS payment runs.
* Raise debtor invoices and credit notes in line with agreed timescales.
* Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts.
* Process and reconcile cash receipts, banking transactions and income records.
* Ensure the correct treatment of VAT and assist with CIS verification and deductions where required.
* Reconcile financial data, investigate discrepancies and clear suspense accounts.
* Monitor outstanding debts and assist with debt recovery activities in accordance with Council policies.
* Provide advice and guidance to internal departments on purchasing, invoicing and financial procedures.
* Respond to finance enquiries from colleagues, customers and external organisations.
* Support year-end financial processes and maintain accurate financial records.
Requirements
* Previous experience working within an Exchequer, Finance or Accountancy function, ideally within a Local Authority or public sector organisation.
* Experience of accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase ledger or sales ledger processes.
* Knowledge of VAT and financial reconciliations.
Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you
Key Responsibilities
* Process supplier invoices and ensure timely creditor payments, including BACS payment runs.
* Raise debtor invoices and credit notes in line with agreed timescales.
* Set up and maintain supplier and customer accounts.
* Process and reconcile cash receipts, banking transactions and income records.
* Ensure the correct treatment of VAT and assist with CIS verification and deductions where required.
* Reconcile financial data, investigate discrepancies and clear suspense accounts.
* Monitor outstanding debts and assist with debt recovery activities in accordance with Council policies.
* Provide advice and guidance to internal departments on purchasing, invoicing and financial procedures.
* Respond to finance enquiries from colleagues, customers and external organisations.
* Support year-end financial processes and maintain accurate financial records.
Requirements
* Previous experience working within an Exchequer, Finance or Accountancy function, ideally within a Local Authority or public sector organisation.
* Experience of accounts payable, accounts receivable, purchase ledger or sales ledger processes.
* Knowledge of VAT and financial reconciliations.
Please apply with an up to date CV ASAP if this role would be of interest to you
Reference: 225393282
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