Accountant

Francesca's Recruitment Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is looking for a Company Accountant for a well-established manufacturing group in Chesterfield. This role suits newly qualified or part-qualified accountants, offering hands-on experience across multiple businesses. Key responsibilities include bank reconciliations, managing ledgers, and preparing payroll. Ideal candidates will have AAT qualifications and a minimum of two years' accounting experience. The position provides a collaborative team culture and opportunities for skill enhancement.

Benefits

Early finish every Friday

Friendly and collaborative team culture

Exposure to multiple businesses

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years' accounting experience required.
• Ideally from a practice background.
• Enjoys variety in work and willing to stay at their level long-term.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and transaction postings.
• Manage purchase and sales ledgers.
• Prepare payroll spreadsheets.

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organised and proactive

Eager to learn

Education

AAT qualified or at final study level

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

Overview

Company Accountant - Ideal First or Second Move into Industry

Francesca's Recruitment Ltd is pleased to be working with a well-established manufacturing group in Chesterfield to recruit a Company Accountant. This opportunity is particularly well-suited to a newly qualified or part-qualified accountant, especially someone from a practice background seeking their first or second move into industry.

Why This Role Stands Out

This position offers a rare opportunity to gain broad, hands-on experience across multiple businesses and systems. From day one, you will be involved in varied tasks, supported by a collaborative team, and exposed to projects that will enhance your skills and confidence. It is ideal for someone looking to build a strong foundation in industry without requiring extensive prior experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and transaction postings
• Reconcile credit card statements
• Manage purchase and sales ledgers
• Prepare payroll spreadsheets
• Complete VAT returns and maintain import VAT records
• Post monthly journals and reconcile balance sheets
• Maintain the fixed asset register
• Support year-end processes and stock count postings
• Assist with the transition to SAP Business One
• Provide general office support and administrative cover as needed

Candidate Profile

• AAT qualified or at final study level
• Ideally from a practice background
• Minimum of two years' accounting experience
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail
• Organised, proactive, and eager to learn

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety and is happy to remain at their level long-term. While career progression is limited due to company size, the depth of work and exposure to projects will provide a rich and rewarding experience.

What Is Offered

• Early finish every Friday
• Friendly and collaborative team culture
• Exposure to multiple businesses and varied accounting tasks
• Involvement in systems transition and process improvement
• A stable, well-rounded role with genuine responsibility

If you are ready to make your mark in industry accounting, apply today or contact Francesca's Recruitment Ltd to learn more. We look forward to helping you take the next step in your career