Accounts Assistant

Astute Recruitment are working exclusively with a well-established and highly reputable business in Derby to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a permanent basis. This is a varied role supporting the wider accounting function and would suit someone with solid transactional finance experience who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team. The successful candidate will have exposure to a broad range of accounting duties, including Purchase Ledger, subcontractor accounts, payroll support, CIS and reconciliations. A background within the construction sector would be highly advantageous due to the nature of the role and the exposure to subcontractor and CIS processes. The Role Will Involve: * Inputting and processing purchase ledger invoices * Setting up subcontractor orders and processing subcontractor payments * Preparing subcontractor and purchase ledger payment runs * Supporting weekly timesheet calculations and payroll * Completing CIS returns * Petty cash analysis * Balancing purchase ledger, subcontractor, cost and nominal ledgers * Completing bank reconciliations and journals * Preparing payment due reports and cashflow forecasts as required * Filing, archiving and maintaining accurate financial records * Handling finance queries via phone and email * Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties The Ideal Candidate: * Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar transactional finance role * Good purchase ledger and general accounting experience * Construction sector experience would be highly advantageous * Experience with CIS and subcontractor accounts would be beneficial * Payroll and timesheet experience would be advantageous * Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills * Confident communicator with a professional approach * Able to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team * Proactive attitude and willingness to support across the finance function Benefits & Hours: * Salary: Up to £31,000 depending on experience * Permanent position based in Derby * 21 days holiday plus bank holidays * Christmas shutdown, with these days provided in addition to annual leave entitlement * Annual profit share scheme, paid every November * Pension scheme * 5x salary life cover, if opted in * Free medical care, with reduced-price care available for a spouse * Supportive and professional working environment