Accounts Assistant

Elizabeth Michael Associates LTD; Burnaston CP; On-site; GBP 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established family-run business based in Derby seeks an Accounts Assistant to join its financial operations team. This role offers the opportunity to work with a supportive environment where attention to detail, strong communication, and organizational skills are key. The successful candidate will manage invoices, support reconciliations, and work closely with other departments while contributing to the company's sustainability and community engagement.

Qualifications

• Previous experience using SAGE 50 required.
• Confident using Excel at a basic/intermediate level.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Process and post sales invoices for wholesale and retail.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Monitor overdue accounts and chase debtors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Time management

Tools

SAGE 50

Excel

Job description

Accounts Assistant
Location: Derby DE22

Salary: £25,000

Hours: Monday to Thursday: 8:45am 4:15pm / Finish at 3pm on Fridays
Temporary to permanent
Looking for someone to start

We are currently recruiting for our client who is well established family run business with roots in Derby for many years. With a growing footprint across multiple sites. They are known for quality, sustainability and community engagement. The role sits at the heart of our financial operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process and post sales invoices for both wholesale and retail operations
• Apply customer payments
• Generate debtor statements and support monthly reconciliations
• Review and post supplier invoices accurately and timely
• Prepare payment runs ensuring approvals are in place
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve invoicing discrepancies
• Monitor overdue accounts and chase debtors via email and phone
• Build strong relationships while protecting company cashflow
• Escalate persistent arrears and arrange payment plans
• Liaise with other departments (e.g. wholesale warehouse, retail sites)
• Help maintain documentation and accounting process workflows

Requirements:

• Previous experience using SAGE 50
• Confident using Excel to a basic/intermediate level
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines

If you have the relevant experience and are looking for a new opportunity in a stable and supportive business, we d love to hear from you.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to a growing organisation while honing your accounting skills, we encourage you to apply for the Account Administrator position.

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