<p data-start="374" data-end="721">We are currently working with a well-established organisation based in <strong data-end="454" data-start="445">Derby</strong> who are seeking an <strong data-end="498" data-start="474">Assistant Accountant</strong> to provide short- to medium-term cover during a period of sickness. This is a hands-on role supporting the finance function and would suit someone who can step in quickly and confidently into a busy accounting environment.</p><p data-start="723" data-end="850">This position is <strong data-start="740" data-end="762">fully office-based</strong>, 5 days per week, and requires someone who is immediately available or on short notice.</p><h3 data-start="852" data-end="882"><strong data-end="880" data-start="856">Key Responsibilities</strong></h3><ul data-start="883" data-end="1355"><li data-end="960" data-start="883"><p data-end="960" data-start="885">Supporting month-end close, including journals, accruals, and prepayments</p></li><li data-start="961" data-end="1031"><p data-end="1031" data-start="963">Assisting with balance sheet reconciliations and variance analysis</p></li><li data-start="1032" data-end="1079"><p data-start="1034" data-end="1079">Maintaining accurate general ledger entries</p></li><li data-end="1150" data-start="1080"><p data-end="1150" data-start="1082">Supporting Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable where required</p></li><li data-start="1151" data-end="1211"><p data-start="1153" data-end="1211">Preparing financial reports and schedules for management</p></li><li data-start="1212" data-end="1282"><p data-end="1282" data-start="1214">Assisting with audit preparation and responding to finance queries</p></li><li data-end="1355" data-start="1283"><p data-start="1285" data-end="1355">Ensuring compliance with internal controls and accounting procedures</p></li></ul><h3 data-end="1395" data-start="1357"><strong data-end="1393" data-start="1361">Skills &amp; Experience Required</strong></h3><ul data-start="1396" data-end="1756"><li data-end="1470" data-start="1396"><p data-start="1398" data-end="1470">Previous experience in an Assistant Accountant or similar finance role</p></li><li data-end="1538" data-start="1471"><p data-end="1538" data-start="1473">Strong understanding of month-end processes and reconciliations</p></li><li data-start="1539" data-end="1587"><p data-start="1541" data-end="1587">Confident using accounting systems and Excel</p></li><li data-end="1638" data-start="1588"><p data-end="1638" data-start="1590">High level of accuracy and attention to detail</p></li><li data-start="1639" data-end="1699"><p data-end="1699" data-start="1641">Ability to work independently and hit the ground running</p></li><li data-start="1700" data-end="1756"><p data-start="1702" data-end="1756">Strong communication skills and a proactive approach</p></li></ul><p>Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data: roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.</p><img src="https://counter.adcourier.com/SmVzc2ljYS5NdXNncmF2ZS40Mzc2NC4xMDkyM0ByaGkuYXBsaXRyYWsuY29t.gif">