Newly Qualified Accountant

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

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Company Accountant in Chesterfield for a permanent position offering a salary of £32,000-£40,000. Ideal for newly qualified or part-qualified individuals, this role provides experience across various accounting tasks with hands-on exposure to multiple businesses. Candidates should have minimum 2 years' experience and AAT qualification, along with strong Excel skills. Enjoy early finishes on Fridays and a collaborative team culture.

Benefits

Early finish every Friday

Friendly team culture

Varied accounting tasks

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' accounting experience.
• Ideally from a practice background.
• Eager to learn and take initiative.

Responsibilities

• Daily bank reconciliations and transaction posting.
• Credit card statement reconciliation.
• Manage purchase and sales ledger.
• Prepare payroll spreadsheets.
• Handle VAT returns and record maintenance.

Skills

AAT qualification or at final study level

Strong Excel skills

Organised and proactive

Attention to detail

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

SAP Business One

Job description

Overview

Company Accountant - Your Ideal First or Second Move into Industry. Salary £32,000-£40,000 | Chesterfield | Permanent | Great Benefits. Hours: Mon-Thurs 8:30am-4:30pm | Fri 8:30am-1:00pm.

Francesca's Recruitment Ltd is proud to be partnering with a well-established manufacturing group in Chesterfield. This is a fantastic opportunity for a newly qualified or part-qualified Accountant—particularly someone from a practice background—who's ready to take that exciting first (or second) step into industry.

Why This Role Is Perfect for You

If you're looking to build solid, well-rounded experience in a supportive environment, this role offers just that. You\'ll gain exposure across multiple businesses, systems, and processes, with plenty to learn and contribute from day one. It\'s hands-on, varied, and ideal for someone who\'s eager to grow without needing years of industry experience behind them.

Key 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

Who We're Looking For

• AAT qualified or at final study level
• Ideally from a practice background
• Minimum 2 years\' accounting experience
• Strong Excel skills and a keen eye for detail
• Organised, proactive, and eager to learn

This role suits 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 offer rich and rewarding experience.

What\'s On Offer

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

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

Ready to make your mark in industry accounting? Apply today or contact Francesca\'s Recruitment Ltd to learn more. Let\'s find the right fit for your next career move.