Accounts Assistant

Finance Assistant Cockermouth | Up to £28,000 | Full Time | Permanent Are you an organised finance professional who enjoys variety, building relationships and keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes? We're recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing group of businesses looking for a Finance Assistant to join their friendly finance team in Cockermouth. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a collaborative environment where you'll gain exposure to multiple businesses, develop your finance skills and play an important role in supporting day-to-day financial operations.

Whether you're AAT Level 3 qualified or working towards your Level 4, this role offers plenty of opportunity to build on your experience while working alongside an experienced finance team. What's in it for you? Salary up to £28,000 Full-time, permanent opportunity Join a stable and growing group of businesses Exposure to a varied finance role across multiple companies Supportive and collaborative finance team Opportunity to continue developing your finance career Free on-site parking About the role As Finance Assistant, you'll support the wider finance function with a broad range of responsibilities across sales ledger, credit control, reconciliations and month-end activities.

This is a varied role where accuracy, organisation and communication are key. Your responsibilities will include:
Raising customer invoices and credit notes Managing the sales ledger and supporting credit control activities Reconciling customer and balance sheet accounts Assisting with month-end processes and management accounts Processing employee expenses Supporting intercompany transactions and reconciliations Maintaining accurate financial records using Sage Intacct Producing finance reports and supporting audit requirements Assisting with continuous improvement projects across the finance function About you We're looking for someone who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in producing accurate work.

You'll ideally have: AAT Level 3 qualification, with Level 4 preferred Previous experience in a finance or accounts role

Experience of sales ledger and credit control Strong reconciliation skills and excellent attention to detail Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel Excellent communication and organisational skills A proactive approach with a willingness to learn and support colleagues If you're looking for a varied finance role where you'll gain exposure to different areas of accounting and become part of a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Cummins Mellor Recruitment for a confidential conversation.