Accounts Assistant

Job Description:

Accounts Assistant

Syston, Leicestershire

Salary £26,000 - £28,000

12 Month Fixed Term Contract

Hybrid Working (3 days office)

SF Recruitment are recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to work for our Syston based client on an initial 12 month fixed term contract.

The successful candidate will support the Finance team with the day-to-day activities and will be part of a friendly team in a welcoming environment.

Primary Duties:

•            Allocate payments accurately and investigate/resolving unallocated cash

•            Perform daily cashiering, bank reconciliations, and month-end cash and balance sheet reconciliations

•            Manage shared inbox queries, resolving payment, account, and balance issues promptly

•            Support credit control and direct debit administration, including aged debt analysis

•            Assist with payment processing for claims, refunds, and commission payments

•            Provide ad hoc finance support and cover for colleagues as required

Essential:

•            Positive, proactive 'can do' attitude

•            High level of attention to detail with strong organisational skills

•            Effective problem solver with excellent communication

•            2 years experience in a similar role with proven experience in month-end reconciliations and payment processing.