Accounts Assistant

Location:

Sheffield (Hybrid – 2 days per week in the office)
Salary: £27,000 – £30,000 per annum

Contract:

12-month Fixed-Term Contract, Full-time

About the Role
We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join a finance team based in Sheffield on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This hybrid role is well suited to someone with strong Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable experience who thrives in a fast-paced, commercially focused environment.
You will support core finance activities, month-end processes, and stakeholder queries, playing a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring high standards of compliance and governance.

Key Responsibilities
Financial Administration

Set up, maintain and review financial data and agreements within internal systems
Manage regular financial calculations, submissions and reconciliations
Accurately process credit notes and transactional postings
Support month-end activities, including preparation and posting of journals
Communication & Query Resolution

Proactively liaise with account managers and internal stakeholders to resolve queries
Maintain clear, accurate and auditable documentation
Respond promptly to internal customer requests and attend meetings when required
Compliance & Governance

Ensure accuracy and integrity of financial data, files and supporting documentation
Follow agreed financial controls, processes and governance standards
Confidently interact with external auditors, customers and internal stakeholders
Health, Safety & Culture

Support a positive, values-driven culture focused on performance and continuous improvement
Promote and recognise the importance of health and safety at all times

Key Relationships

Wider finance team
Shared Service Centre
Central support functions, including Procurement

Skills and Experience
Essential

Proven experience in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Proactive with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail while working at pace to meet deadlines
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving skills
Good IT skills, particularly Excel and Word