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