Accounts Assistant in Chesterfield, Derbyshire

Accounts Assistant

Location: Chesterfield
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Contract: Temporary, ongoing

Elevation Accountancy and Finance are currently recruiting for a Temporary Accounts Assistant to join a business based in Chesterfield.

This is an ongoing temporary position, initially running until at least the end of the year, with the possibility of being extended further.

The business is looking for someone with previous accounts experience who can provide additional support to the finance team and help bring the purchase ledger up to date ahead of year end. There is a backlog of work to get through, so this would suit someone who is organised, hands-on and comfortable picking up a varied workload.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Processing outstanding purchase ledger invoices and helping to clear the backlog.
• Reconciling supplier payments and investigating discrepancies.
• Completing supplier statement reconciliations.
• Supporting with nominal ledger duties.
• Carrying out bank reconciliations.
• Providing general accounts administration and wider finance support.
• Helping ensure financial records are accurate and up to date ahead of year end.

About you:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or Purchase Ledger position.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger processes and reconciliations.
• Confident working with financial information and investigating discrepancies.
• Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills.
• Able to work independently and manage a varied workload.

Working hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 7:30am – 4:00pm.
• Friday: 7:30am – 12:30pm.
• 30-minute lunch break.
• Fully office-based in Chesterfield.

This is a good opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant or Purchase Ledger Clerk who is available for an immediate temporary assignment and enjoys getting stuck into a busy finance function.