Astute Recruitment are seeking a detail-oriented and motivated Accounts Assistant to join our clients finance team in South Derbyshire. Reporting to the Finance Manager, youll play a key role in supporting the Finance Department, with responsibility for a range of transactional finance and accounting duties.
Key Responsibilities:
Banking receipts
Bank payments
Bank reconciliations (very minimal daily transactions)
Monitoring outstanding debtors
Setting up the weekly payment run (Wednesday for Friday payment)
Inputting wages from branch timesheets
Month-end payment run
Processing salaries and pensions (training will be provided; high accuracy required due to manual elements)
Managing credit cards: issuing statements on the second working day, allowing two days for responses, then processing
Processing expenses
Supplier set-up
Credit checks
Invoice processing
Preparing and submitting VAT returns
Skills & Experience:
Previous finance experience in a similar transactional accounts role
High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
Experience using accounting systems and Excel
Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
A proactive team player with good communication skills
Whats in it for you?
Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Working hours: 8:30am - 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
Join a friendly, supportive finance team
Opportunity to gain exposure to wider finance functions
Ongoing development opportunities
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