Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

Job Title:

Accounts Assistant

Salary:
Starting from £30,206 - £37,757 (depending on experience)

Location:

Skinningrove, Saltburn-by-the-Sea

• 27 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme – Caterpillar will double the employees’ contribution to 10%
• Up to 9% bonus
• Contributory share scheme – Caterpillar will match 50% of the employees’ contribution
• Optional flexible benefits including health and dental care family plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase

Caterpillar Skinningrove, located near Teeside, began operations in 1998. The facility produces steel track shoes. When mounted on the track link assembly, the track shoes form the 'Cat track' found on hydraulic excavators, track type loaders, and track type tractors.

We’re looking for a conscientious Accounting Associate to provide support and structure to the operating unit at our Caterpillar Skinningrove facility. The role will manage various tasks and responsibilities, including accounts receivable, purchase receipts, expense analysis, VAT return preparation, audit support, month‑end preparation, bank account and inter‑company reconciliations, and indirect inventory. This role reports to the Accounting Manager of our Skinningrove Facility.

• Respond to inquiries and contact other departments or vendors to resolve a variety of tasks.
• Prepare and post entries, verify and reconcile inputs in our financial reporting systems.
• Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls while ensuring accounting procedures comply with GAAP.
• Potential to take part in special projects and ad‑hoc reporting requests.

We will consider any level of Accounting Accreditation, including AAT, ACCA, or CIMA qualification or equivalent experience.

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail – understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with elevated precision.
• Analytical Thinking – knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organizational problems and create solutions.
• Effective Communications – ability to effectively transmit, receive, and interpret ideas, information, and needs.
• Managing Multiple Priorities – effective self‑management; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives and prioritize.
• Problem Solving – knowledge of approaches, tools, and techniques for recognizing, anticipating, and resolving problems.
• Accounting – knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports.

• Hours:
  
  Full Time – 37.5 hours at the Skinningrove facility.
• This position requires the candidate to work a 5‑day a week schedule on site, with no hybrid option.
• Travel:
  Not associated with this role.

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse, and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, and personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off‑highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel‑electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed to and contributing to a reduced‑carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Any qualified applicant must demonstrate their qualifications and experience on their CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting.

Posting Dates:
January 6, 2026 – January 20, 2026

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.