Accounts Assistant - 12 Month Maternity Cover
Location: Chesterfield (2–3 days per week in the office)
Start Date: Mid-February
We are currently seeking an Assistant Accountant to provide short-term maternity cover, supporting the finance team with transaction-heavy accounting duties and day-to-day financial processing.
This role would suit someone with hands‑on accounts experience who is confident working through high volumes of transactions and supporting month-end activities.
We offer hybrid working, with 2–3 days per week based in the Chesterfield office, and a start date around mid-February.
Key Responsibilities
* Daily bank reconciliations and cashflow updates
* Processing and reviewing high-volume financial transactions
* Supporting month‑end close, including journals and reconciliations
* Assisting with Area P&Ls and reporting
* Intercompany recharges and control account reconciliations
* Providing accurate financial information to the wider finance team
* Ad hoc finance duties as required
Skills & Experience Required
* Previous working experience in an accounts / finance role
* Strong transactional accounting background
* Good Excel skills, including formulas and experience similar to VLOOKUP
* Ability to work accurately and to deadlines
* Confident communicator with a proactive approach
This is a great opportunity for an experienced accounts professional looking for a short-term role in a busy, supportive finance team.
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