Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant
Syston, Leicestershire
Salary £27,000 - £29,000
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
- Proven experience in month-end processes, complex bank reconciliations, and double entry accounting