Assistant Accountant

Michael Page; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional services firm in Chesterfield is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a temporary ongoing role. Responsibilities include maintaining financial records, processing invoices, and assisting with reconciliations. The ideal candidate has a background in Accounting & Finance and proficiency in accounting software, particularly Excel. Join this supportive team to advance your career in the finance sector.

Benefits

Stability in the role

Valuable experience in Accounting & Finance

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Experience in professional services is preferred.
• Strong problem-solving skills and teamwork ability.
• Ability to meet deadlines consistently.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Assist with reconciliations of financial data.
• Support budget and forecast preparation.
• Process invoices and manage accounts payable/receivable.
• Collaborate to resolve financial discrepancies.
• Assist in month-end and year-end closing.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proficiency in accounting software

Strong numerical accuracy

Time management

Education

Background in Accounting & Finance

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

This Assistant Accountant role in Chesterfield offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to a professional services firm within their Accounting & Finance department. The position is a temporary, ongoing role focusing on financial operations and reporting.

Client Details

This organisation is a respected professional services firm within the Accounting & Finance sector. As a good-sized team, they are known for their focus on delivering quality services to their clients and maintaining a professional and structured approach.

Description

• Prepare and maintain accurate financial records and reports for the Accounting & Finance department.
• Assist with reconciliations, ensuring financial data is up-to-date and accurate.
• Support the preparation of budgets and forecasts as required by the team.
• Process invoices and manage accounts payable and receivable functions.
• Collaborate with the team to resolve financial discrepancies and queries.
• Assist with month-end and year-end financial close processes.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and internal policies.
• Provide support for ad hoc financial projects and tasks as needed.

Profile

A successful Assistant Accountant should have:

• A background in Accounting & Finance, ideally within professional services.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and teamwork.
• Ability to manage time effectively and meet deadlines.

Job Offer

• An ongoing role offering stability within a professional services environment.
• Opportunities to gain valuable experience in Accounting & Finance.
• Supportive and professional team culture in the Chesterfield office.

This is an excellent opportunity to build your career as an Assistant Accountant within the professional services industry. Apply today to take the next step in your accounting journey!