Accounting Assistant

Loughborough LE11

Mon–Fri, flexible between 08:00–17:00

£16.00 per hour

12 months contract

Gi Group is recruiting on behalf of our client for an Accounting Assistant to support the finance team on onsite, for 12-month contract. This hands-on role includes AR/credit control, balance sheet reconciliations and support for monthly close and reporting.

Accounting Assistant Working Hours:

• Monday to Friday (flexible between 08:00 and 17:00)
• 37.5 hours per week

Accounting Assistant Salary:

• £16.00 per hour

Accounting Assistant Key duties:

• Own Accounts Receivable / credit control for a small international customer ledger
• Prepare and review GL and sub-ledger balance sheet reconciliations
• Support monthly close activities and ensure accuracy and timeliness
• Assist with Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and management reporting (Hyperion/FDM knowledge a plus)
• Support invoice processing and transactional colleagues as needed
• Help prepare finance reports and presentations for monthly/quarterly reviews

Accounting Assistant Education & experience:

• High school diploma or GED required; Associate’s degree in accounting or related discipline preferred
• 0–2 years’ finance or accounting experience; AP/AR exposure required

Accounting Assistant Skills & attributes:

• Strong attention to detail and good communication (verbal and written)
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team; friendly, good sense of humour and fits team culture
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint; experience with accounting systems/Hyperion desirable
• Knowledge of accounting policies and regulations

If you want to join a friendly, fast-paced team and make a real difference as a Accounting Assistant, apply now with Gi Group!