Salary: £28,000 | Permanent | Full-time | Fully Office-Based | Near Ripley, Derbyshire Are you an organised and proactive Accounts Assistant looking for your next opportunity within a friendly, supportive finance team? Astute Recruitment is working with an established business based near Ripley to recruit a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support its day-to-day finance operations. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to take responsibility for key sales ledger activities, assist with purchase ledger processing and support the wider finance function. The Role: Sales Ledger & Credit Control * Processing sales invoices and credit notes accurately and efficiently. * Posting and allocating customer payments and cash receipts. * Monitoring customer accounts and managing credit limits. * Chasing overdue payments and helping to maintain healthy cash flow. * Building effective relationships with customers and handling account queries. * Taking and processing customer payments. Purchase Ledger * Supporting the processing of supplier invoices and credit notes. * Assisting with purchase ledger administration as required. General Accounts & Administration * Maintaining accurate financial records and updating accounting systems. * Providing general administrative support to the finance team. * Assisting with ad hoc duties to support the smooth running of the department. About You: We're looking for someone who is organised, dependable and confident working with financial information. You'll have a proactive approach, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage your workload effectively. Ideally, you'll bring: * Previous experience in an accounts or finance administration role. * An understanding of sales ledger, purchase ledger and credit control processes. * Good IT skills, including confidence using Microsoft Excel. * Strong communication skills and a professional approach to customer and supplier queries. * Excellent organisation and attention to detail. * The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a small team. Other roles you may have applied for; Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Purchased Ledger Clerk, Sales Ledger Clerk, Credit Controller, Finance Administrator