Accounts Assistant

Location:

Sheffield, UK

Salary: £30,000pa FTE, pro rata to align with Part Time hours (minimum 15)

Job Type: Part Time, Office Based

On behalf of a prominent specialist client, we are looking for a customer‑oriented and driven Accounts Assistant. This role has been established to support the finance department following a period of expansion through new acquisitions and client contracts.

As this is a fresh appointment, currently being partly handled via outsourcing, the position is available on a part‑time basis. The ideal applicant will have a proven track record in bookkeeping, financial accounting, and performing precise budget and account reconciliations.

• Ensuring the production of accurate annual departmental accounts.
• Performing precise quarterly budget reviews.
• Supplying all necessary financial documentation to external accountants.
• Managing accruals and prepayments with diligence.
• Collaborating with different departments to facilitate budget production.
• Generating invoices.
• Calculating recharges accurately.
• Maintaining up‑to‑date corporate data with Companies House.
• Timely filing of confirmation statements.
• Overseeing credit control to ensure effective debt collection.
• Liaising with legal professionals regarding debt recovery matters.
• Supporting the team with meticulous bank reconciliations.
• Maintaining comprehensive records for external clients
• Preparing cashflow and bespoke reports upon client request.
• Providing support to the purchase ledger function as required.
• Processing and raising payments to suppliers.
• Professional handling of customer complaints.
• General administrative duties to support the department.
• Performing other ad‑hoc tasks to ensure operational excellence.

• Have excellent communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Enjoy working in a fast paced environment.
• Have a keen eye for detail.
• Have previous demonstrable experience in a similar financial role.

• Onsite parking
• 24 days holiday plus statutory holidays
• Friendly and supportive environment

Ranson Barnes Recruitment Ltd is an equal opportunities employer and is acting as an Employment Agency in this instance.