Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Derby DE23
Salary: £25,000 - £27,000 (Pro-rata for part-time, depending on experience)
Hours:

• Full-time: Monday-Friday, 8am-4pm (37.5 hours per week)

• Part-time: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-3pm (20 hours per week)

Job Overview:
We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support a small, dynamic finance team. This role offers variety, with a broad scope of duties including purchase ledger processing, sales ledger management, payroll, and general office administration. Due to the small team structure, you will gain exposure to a wide range of financial tasks, making this an exciting and flexible opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase Ledger: Set up and maintain supplier records, input purchase orders, delivery notes, and invoices; reconcile supplier statements and manage queries.

• Payroll: Set up and maintain employee records, process weekly clock cards, input job costing, and handle pay and deductions. You will also maintain holiday and absence records.

• Sales Ledger: Set up and maintain customer records, raise sales invoices, and assist with credit control activities.

• Tracking: Monitor and track data related to company vehicles, fuel usage, and CO2 emissions.

• General Administration: Answer phone calls, greet visitors, order office supplies, and file documents.

• Team Support: Assist team members with ad-hoc tasks as needed.

Person Specification:

• Previous experience in an accounts office, with a good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and payroll processes.

• Excellent numeracy skills and a keen eye for detail, ensuring accurate data entry and record-keeping.

• Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and manage multiple tasks to meet deadlines.

• Good communicator who is comfortable building relationships within the team and externally.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Experience using integrated business management software (e.g., Sage) is desirable, but training will be provided on the company's specific software (Pegasus Opera).

• A positive, friendly attitude and a willingness to learn.

Other Details:

• Holidays: 20 days plus bank holidays.

• Working Pattern: Site-based, full-time or part-time, at the office in Derby DE23.

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