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Accounts Assistant

Posted: 02/05/26
Recruiter:Astute Recruitment
Reference:3104561320
Type:Temporary
Salary:£29,000 Annual
Location:Alfreton, Derbyshire
Description:

Astute Recruitment are working with a well-established organisation in South Derbyshire to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a 6-month fixed-term contract, with a strong likelihood of becoming permanent.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is proactive, enjoys being part of a team, and wants to gain broad, hands-on finance experience in a busy environment.

The Role Will Involve:

  • Daily bank reconciliations across multiple accounts
  • Monitoring and reporting on cashflow and daily cash position
  • Processing and allocating incoming receipts
  • Investigating and resolving discrepancies
  • Supporting cashflow forecasting
  • Assisting with month-end and balance sheet reconciliations
  • Handling billing and payment queries
  • Supporting wider finance tasks including AP
  • Contributing to process improvements

The Ideal Candidate:

  • Experience in a finance or accounts role
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy
  • Proactive attitude with a willingness to get stuck in
  • A team player with a desire to learn and develop
  • Confident communicator
  • Good Excel skills (pivot tables and formulas beneficial)

Benefits & Hours:

  • Fully office-based (South Derbyshire)
  • Hours: 8:30am - 5:30pm (flexible start times/lunch)
  • Salary: up to 29,000
  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Discretionary Christmas shutdown
  • Strong opportunity to become permanent

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