Accounts Assistant

Overview

We are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team, supporting UK entities across AP and AR ledgers. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple finance functions, has strong attention to detail, and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records while building positive relationships with suppliers and customers.

• Process supplier invoices and payment runs accurately and on time
• Process customer receipts and resolve account queries
• Handle supplier and customer queries efficiently and professionally
• Maintain strong controls, reconciliations, and compliance with internal procedures
• Prepare weekly ledger reports, including variance analysis and commentary
• Collate AP and AR metrics, including invoice failure analysis
• Support monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve finance–related queries
• Assist with audit requirements and ad–hoc financial analysis
• Contribute to continuous process improvement within the finance function

• QBE or AAT qualified
• Proficient with ERP systems and general IT applications
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Analytical mindset with a proactive, problem–solving approach
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Commercially aware and process–oriented
• Able to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Confident building positive working relationships across the business

• Based in Shildon
• Hybrid working available