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