Finance Assistant

Job Title - Accounts Administrator
Location - Kirkby-in-Ashfield, NG17
Salary - £28,000 (depending on experience)
Type - Permanent, Full Time
Hours - 37.5 hours per week (8:30-16:30)

We are currently seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Accounts Administrator to join a small finance team in Kirkby-in-Ashfield. This is an exciting, hands-on role for someone with previous accounts experience who thrives in a dynamic and varied environment. You will be involved in a range of finance functions and have the opportunity to work closely with other teams, including sales, credit control, and purchasing.

Responsibilities:

• Answer incoming calls and assist with finance-related queries
• Liaise with the Field Sales, Telesales, and Key Accounts teams
• Manage emails in the shared finance inbox
• Post daily banking receipts and support bank reconciliations
• Take customer payments and manage part of the debtor ledger
• Assist with credit control activities and help reconcile supplier statements at month-end
• Provide cover for other finance team members during absences
• Assist the Financial Controller with ad-hoc reporting and administrative tasks
• Support the Purchasing team with administration for imported goods
• Perform other appropriate administrative tasks as required

Requirements:

• 2 years of experience in a similar accounts or finance role
• Strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Excel and Outlook
• A self-sufficient, problem-solving mindset with a focus on accuracy
• Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of responsibility
• Clear, polite, and professional communication skills
• A willingness to learn new systems and adapt to varied tasks
• Experience with large ERP systems is a plus

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Free on-site parking
• Supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and learning

If you're an experienced Accounts Administrator who enjoys variety in your work and is keen to support a growing finance team, we'd like to hear from you. Please apply with your most recent CV as soon as possible.

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