Senior Accounts Assistant - Finance Operations

Senior Accounts Assistant - Finance Operations

Final date to receive applications: 14 June 2026

Department: Finance

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Reporting To: Finance Operations Manager

Compensation: £32,000 - £33,000 / year

Join our Finance Department as an Accounts Assistant! We are Cintra. Known for our award‑winning software that delivers payroll solutions to over 1000 clients. If you’re looking to build on your finance experience and join a supportive, fast‑paced team, this is the opportunity for you.

As Senior Accounts Assistant – Finance Operations, your role will be to support the Finance Operations Manager by acting as the first point of escalation for queries from the AR/AP team. You will work alongside other Finance team members to ensure financial transactions and processes are maintained in accordance with company and regulatory requirements. You will have a good eye for detail, a focus on quality, timeliness, and accuracy, and be comfortable adapting to the ever‑changing needs of the business.

Our modern offices are located in Hoults Yard, nestled on the outskirts of the vibrant Ouseburn Valley. This area boasts a thriving creative community, rich local heritage, and a lively social scene.

• Manage day‑to‑day transactional finance activities, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, journal postings, and billing processes.
• Act as the first point of contact for AR/AP queries, providing guidance, resolving issues, and supporting team members with training and process knowledge.
• Lead accurate and timely invoicing and reconciliation activities, working closely with operational teams to ensure income is correctly reported.
• Support finance operations through KPI delivery, audit preparation, policy compliance, and maintaining accurate financial records across systems.
• Identify and implement process improvements, including the use of AI and automation tools, to enhance efficiency and accuracy within finance operations.
• Develop strong expertise in Sage Intacct and associated finance systems, while supporting cross‑department collaboration and providing cover across the finance team when required.

• Previous experience within a transactional finance environment, with exposure to accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, and finance operations.
• Strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to investigate discrepancies and deliver accurate financial information.
• Confident communicator who can build effective working relationships across departments and explain financial information clearly to non‑finance stakeholders.
• Good understanding of accounting principles, financial controls, and compliance requirements, with a proactive and organised approach to work.
• Intermediate Excel skills, including formulas, lookups, and data manipulation, alongside experience using accounting systems and finance software.
• Enthusiastic about continuous improvement, process efficiency, and the use of AI and emerging technologies to support finance operations.
• Able to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively within a team, and maintain accurate process documentation.

At Cintra we know our colleagues are our biggest asset and an investment in them is an investment into the company. We offer:

• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements supporting your work‑life balance
• Employer matched pension contribution to 5%
• Wellbeing support through our company‑funded health plan, health checks and employee assistance program
• Onsite parking
• And more!

We go the extra mile to strategically invest in our employees by providing them with invaluable learning opportunities to propel their careers forward. Our commitment to continuous employee training ensures that knowledge remains up‑to‑date, skills stay sharp, and confidence continues to grow. We firmly believe in empowering our workforce with the tools they need to thrive and succeed.