Accounts Assistant
Posted on January 21, 2026 (about 4 hours ago)
Accounts Assistant
Based onsite / Hybrid working available – minimum 3 days onsite per week
About Us
Diamond Light Source is one of the most advanced scientific facilities in the world, and its pioneering capabilities and talented staff are helping to keep the UK at the forefront of scientific research.
About the Role
We now have an opportunity for an Accounts Assistant on an initial one-year fixed term basis to work within our Finance department to provide accounts receivable and management accounts support, including support during the year end and external reporting processes.
Within Finance we are responsible for ensuring accuracy and efficiency on all operational and statutory reporting. This role will support this by:
- Posting of various transactional, accruals and prepayment journals in anticipation of month end.
- Providing Balance Sheet reconciliations.
- Owning purchase order report maintenance ensuring closure of old orders.
- Collection, posting and reconciliation of company credit card information.
- Managing Accounts Receivable function from sales ordering to debt collection.
- Aiding at year end for the statutory accounts and all government reporting.
About You
You will ideally be studying towards an AAT qualification or equivalent, with experience of Accounts Receivable and all aspects of credit control.
You will demonstrate an ability to reconcile various accounts and investigate / resolve differences.
You will also display excellent attention to detail on report presentations, and good numeracy, data inputting and Excel spreadsheet skills.
You will demonstrate good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with colleagues and stakeholders at all levels.
Benefits
Diamond offers an exceptional benefits package to support staff in achieving a positive work/life balance. This includes 26 days annual leave plus Christmas closure, public holidays, 2 annual volunteering days and flexible working hours. We also offer an excellent defined benefit pension scheme. Staff also have access to a range of amenities on site including a nursery, cafes, a restaurant and sports and leisure facilities. A relocation allowance may also be available where applicable.
Diamond attracts talented individuals from around the world and currently employ 56 different nationalities. Reflecting trends in our sector we employ more men than women. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from suitably qualified women. If you are disabled and would like to be considered under the Disability Confident Scheme, please let us know via the online application process. Diamond are members of Working Families and have achieved the Disability Confident Level Two award.
To Apply
Please use the online application process to apply and tell us why you believe you are suitable for this role.
The closing date for applications is 25th January 2026 but early application is advised as we could interview before the closing date.
Important Information
This position does not meet the requirements for UK visa sponsorship, and subsequently we cannot consider individuals requiring sponsorship.