Accounts Assistant ( 6 months)

Accounts Assistant ( 6 months)

Full-Time 24750 - 30250 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Join our finance team to manage daily financial operations and support digital transformation.
  • Company: Rapidly expanding Private Medical Insurance provider in Peterborough.
  • Benefits: Gain hands-on experience with competitive pay and a supportive work environment.
  • Other info: Opportunity for career development in a dynamic and collaborative setting.
  • Why this job: Be part of an exciting growth phase and enhance your finance skills.
  • Qualifications: Experience in finance roles, proficiency in Sage and Xero, and strong Excel skills.

The predicted salary is between 24750 - 30250 Β£ per year.

A leading and rapidly expanding Private Medical Insurance provider is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Assistant to join the finance team. Reporting directly to the Accounts Officer, you will play a hands-on role in daily financial operations during an exciting period of growth and digital transformation.

Key Responsibilities

  • Process and reconcile purchase and sales ledger invoices.
  • Manage daily bank reconciliations and assist with payment runs.
  • Assist the Accounts Officer with month-end routines and reporting.
  • Handle supplier and client payment queries professionally and promptly.
  • Support credit control and debt recovery activities.
  • Play an active role in data clean-up and transition work as the finance function migrates systems.

Candidate Requirements

  • Solid hands-on experience in a similar accounts assistant or finance role.
  • Sage and Xero proficiency: Practical experience using Sage 50 / Sage Business Cloud and Xero is highly advantageous, particularly if you have participated in a software migration.
  • Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, basic financial modeling).
  • Strong numeracy, analytical skills, and attention to detail.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills to liaise with internal teams and external providers.
  • Prior experience within insurance, healthcare, or regulated financial services is beneficial, though not required.

Accounts Assistant ( 6 months) employer: Commercial Recruitment

As a leading Private Medical Insurance provider, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and dynamic work environment in Peterborough. Our team-oriented culture encourages professional growth and development, offering employees the chance to engage in meaningful projects during our exciting period of digital transformation. With a focus on employee well-being and a commitment to excellence, we provide a rewarding workplace where your contributions truly matter.

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Contact Details:

Commercial Recruitment Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Assistant ( 6 months)

Purchase Ledger Management
Sales Ledger Management
Bank Reconciliation
Payment Processing
Month-End Reporting
Sage 50
Sage Business Cloud