Accounts Assistant

Location Middlesbrough
Discipline: Accountancy & Finance
Job type: Permanent
Salary: Circa £26,000
Contact name: Emily Watson

Contact email: emily@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 22847
Published: 13 days ago

​We are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a well-established and industry-leading company. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic finance team, working in a fast-paced environment where attention to detail and strong organisational skills are key.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Process purchase invoices in Sage and allocate them correctly

  • Identify and resolve discrepancies between supplier invoices and estimates

  • Raise final sales invoices and ensure they are processed within KPI targets

  • Maintain the shared accounts inbox, handling queries and filing invoices

  • Address customer queries related to sales invoices

  • Reconcile supplier statements and process office overheads

  • Provide a weekly report to the finance manager on outstanding accounts

What We’re Looking For:

  • Previous experience in a finance/accounts assistant role

  • Knowledge of accounts payable and accounts receivable processes

  • Experience with supplier statement reconciliations

  • Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

  • Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach

Role Details:

  • Location: Middlesbrough

  • Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:00 PM (35 hours per week) with a 1-hour lunch break

  • Circa £26,000 (to be reviewed after a successful probation period)

  • 25 days holiday + bank holidays, plus additional benefits

This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented and motivated individual looking to progress their career in finance. If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply today!