Accounts Assistant

Overview

Axon Moore are delighted to be recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established engineering firm in Chesterfield.

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll play a key role in supporting the finance department with day-to-day operations.

• Processing purchase invoices and reconciling supplier statements
• Managing petty cash and company credit card transactions
• Prepare VAT returns
• Assisting with payroll and timesheet collation
• Supporting month-end procedures and reporting
• Liaising with suppliers and internal teams to resolve queries
• Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with financial procedures

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar finance or accounts role
• Solid understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
• Knowledge of VAT, CIS, prepayments, accruals, fixed assets, and payroll is advantageous
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook); experience with accounting software Sage 50 is an advantage
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills
• Good communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work independently as well as part of a team

• AAT Level 2 or above (or working towards it)
• Experience with Sage or similar accounting systems