Company Accountant

Francesca's Recruitment Ltd; Chesterfield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in Chesterfield is seeking a Company Accountant with up to 5 years of experience. The role offers a stable, hands-on environment with a focus on daily financial tasks, including bank reconciliations and VAT returns. Ideal candidates should have AAT qualifications and strong Excel skills. This position includes early finishes on Fridays and exposure to multiple accounting tasks.

Benefits

Early finish every Friday

Supportive team culture

Varied accounting tasks

Qualifications

• Must have no more than five years' accounting experience.
• Ideally from a practice background.
• Comfortable with processing tasks and import/export routines.

Responsibilities

• Daily bank reconciliations and transaction posting
• Credit card statement reconciliation
• Purchase and sales ledger management
• Payroll spreadsheet preparation
• VAT returns and import VAT record maintenance

Skills

Strong Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Self-motivated

Education

AAT qualified or at final study level

Job description

Overview

Company Accountant - A Stable, Hands-On Role for Accountants with Up to 5 Years' Experience

£32,000-£40,000 | Chesterfield | Permanent | Great Benefits
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm | Friday 8:30am-1:00pm

Francesca's Recruitment Ltd is proud to be working with a well-established manufacturing group based in Chesterfield. This opportunity is ideal for a detail-driven and proactive Accountant with no more than five years' experience who’s looking for a stable, well-rounded role in a friendly, collaborative team.

Responsibilities

• Daily bank reconciliations and transaction posting
• Credit card statement reconciliation
• Purchase and sales ledger management
• Payroll spreadsheet preparation
• VAT returns and import VAT record maintenance
• Monthly journals and balance sheet reconciliations
• Fixed asset register maintenance
• Year-end support and stock count postings
• SAP Business One transition support
• General office duties and admin cover as needed

About You (Qualifications)

• AAT qualified or at final study level
• Ideally from a practice background
• No more than five years' accounting experience
• Strong Excel skills and meticulous attention to detail
• Comfortable with processing tasks and import/export routines
• Organised, self-motivated, and professional in approach

This role suits someone who enjoys variety and is confident in their accounting foundations. You'll be working across multiple systems and businesses, with plenty to keep you engaged. While career progression is limited due to company size, the scope of work and exposure to projects offer a rewarding and well-balanced experience.

What’s On Offer

• Early finish every Friday
• Supportive 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 autonomy

Location: Chesterfield
Salary: £32,000-£40,000 per annum
Hours: Monday-Thursday 8:30am-4:30pm, Friday 8:30am-1:00pm

If you're ready to bring your experience into a role that values your contribution and offers variety without pressure for rapid progression, apply today or contact Francesca's Recruitment Ltd for more information. Let's find the right fit together