Axon Moore are delighted to be recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established engineering firm in Chesterfield.

As an Accounts Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting the finance department with day-to-day operations. You’ll be involved in a wide range of tasks including:
*Processing purchase invoices and reconciling supplier statements
*Managing petty cash and company credit card transactions
*Prepare VAT returns
*Assisting with payroll and timesheet collation
*Supporting month-end procedures and reporting
*Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries
*Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with financial procedures
Required Experience:
*Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar finance or accounts role.
*Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes.
*Knowledge of VAT, CIS, prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and payroll is advantageous.
*Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with accounting software Sage 50 is an advantage.
*Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
*Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
*Good communication skills, both written and verbal.
*Ability to work independently as well as part of a team.

Desired qualifications:
*AAT Level 2 or above (or working towards it)
*Experience with Sage or similar accounting systems