Accounts Assistant
CV-LibraryDE21, Chaddesden, DerbypermanentPosted: 4 September 2026
Apply NowAstute Recruitment are working exclusively with a well-established and highly reputable business in Derby to recruit an Accounts Assistant on a permanent basis.
This is a varied role supporting the wider accounting function and would suit someone with solid transactional finance experience who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team. The successful candidate will have exposure to a broad range of accounting duties, including Purchase Ledger, subcontractor accounts, payroll support, CIS and reconciliations.
A background within the construction sector would be highly advantageous due to the nature of the role and the exposure to subcontractor and CIS processes.
The Role Will Involve:
* Inputting and processing purchase ledger invoices
* Setting up subcontractor orders and processing subcontractor payments
* Preparing subcontractor and purchase ledger payment runs
* Supporting weekly timesheet calculations and payroll
* Completing CIS returns
* Petty cash analysis
* Balancing purchase ledger, subcontractor, cost and nominal ledgers
* Completing bank reconciliations and journals
* Preparing payment due reports and cashflow forecasts as required
* Filing, archiving and maintaining accurate financial records
* Handling finance queries via phone and email
* Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties
The Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar transactional finance role
* Good purchase ledger and general accounting experience
* Construction sector experience would be highly advantageous
* Experience with CIS and subcontractor accounts would be beneficial
* Payroll and timesheet experience would be advantageous
* Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
* Confident communicator with a professional approach
* Able to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team
* Proactive attitude and willingness to support across the finance function
Benefits & Hours:
* Salary: Up to £31,000 depending on experience
* Permanent position based in Derby
* 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Christmas shutdown, with these days provided in addition to annual leave entitlement
* Annual profit share scheme, paid every November
* Pension scheme
* 5x salary life cover, if opted in
* Free medical care, with reduced-price care available for a spouse
* Supportive and professional working environment
This is a varied role supporting the wider accounting function and would suit someone with solid transactional finance experience who enjoys working as part of a close-knit team. The successful candidate will have exposure to a broad range of accounting duties, including Purchase Ledger, subcontractor accounts, payroll support, CIS and reconciliations.
A background within the construction sector would be highly advantageous due to the nature of the role and the exposure to subcontractor and CIS processes.
The Role Will Involve:
* Inputting and processing purchase ledger invoices
* Setting up subcontractor orders and processing subcontractor payments
* Preparing subcontractor and purchase ledger payment runs
* Supporting weekly timesheet calculations and payroll
* Completing CIS returns
* Petty cash analysis
* Balancing purchase ledger, subcontractor, cost and nominal ledgers
* Completing bank reconciliations and journals
* Preparing payment due reports and cashflow forecasts as required
* Filing, archiving and maintaining accurate financial records
* Handling finance queries via phone and email
* Supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties
The Ideal Candidate:
* Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar transactional finance role
* Good purchase ledger and general accounting experience
* Construction sector experience would be highly advantageous
* Experience with CIS and subcontractor accounts would be beneficial
* Payroll and timesheet experience would be advantageous
* Strong attention to detail and good organisational skills
* Confident communicator with a professional approach
* Able to work independently while contributing positively to a wider team
* Proactive attitude and willingness to support across the finance function
Benefits & Hours:
* Salary: Up to £31,000 depending on experience
* Permanent position based in Derby
* 21 days holiday plus bank holidays
* Christmas shutdown, with these days provided in addition to annual leave entitlement
* Annual profit share scheme, paid every November
* Pension scheme
* 5x salary life cover, if opted in
* Free medical care, with reduced-price care available for a spouse
* Supportive and professional working environment