Accounts Assistant
CV-LibraryAlfreton, DerbyshirepermanentPosted: 25 June 2026
Apply NowEaton Syalon are looking for a highly organised and proactive Accounts Assistant to join our client in North Derbyshire. This is a varied and fast-paced role that will suit someone with strong administrative and accounting skills, excellent attention to detail, and a positive, can-do attitude.
As a key member of the team, you will take ownership of a range of accounts administration activities, supporting the smooth operation of utility account management, supplier relationships, contract administration, and various commercial projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage supplier accounts for utilities
* Process and approve utility invoices for payment
* Complete supplier account reconciliations and month-end reconciliations
* Investigate and resolve utility-related queries efficiently
* Maintain strong working relationships with our utility broker and suppliers
* Process operator contracts
* Handle and respond to complaints
* Support the Commercial Manager with ongoing projects and initiatives
* Process expenses
Person Profile:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Experience in an administrative or commercial support role
* Strong working knowledge of Excel
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* The ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and suppliers
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and query resolution
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
* The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively as part of a team
* A positive attitude and willingness to immerse yourself in the role
Please note - the role is office based for the first 3 months and will then offer a hybrid set-up of 3 days office based and 2 days home based.
You must be able to commute to North Derbyshire for the initial 3 month on-site period
As a key member of the team, you will take ownership of a range of accounts administration activities, supporting the smooth operation of utility account management, supplier relationships, contract administration, and various commercial projects.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage supplier accounts for utilities
* Process and approve utility invoices for payment
* Complete supplier account reconciliations and month-end reconciliations
* Investigate and resolve utility-related queries efficiently
* Maintain strong working relationships with our utility broker and suppliers
* Process operator contracts
* Handle and respond to complaints
* Support the Commercial Manager with ongoing projects and initiatives
* Process expenses
Person Profile:
To be successful in this role, you will have:
* Experience in an administrative or commercial support role
* Strong working knowledge of Excel
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* The ability to build positive working relationships with colleagues and suppliers
* A proactive approach to problem-solving and query resolution
* Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
* The ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively as part of a team
* A positive attitude and willingness to immerse yourself in the role
Please note - the role is office based for the first 3 months and will then offer a hybrid set-up of 3 days office based and 2 days home based.
You must be able to commute to North Derbyshire for the initial 3 month on-site period