Accounts Assistant

Location Stokesley
Discipline: Accountancy & Finance
Job type: Permanent
Salary: £27,000-£30,000
Contact name: Emily Watson

Contact email: emily@sirecruitment.com
Job ref: 23305a
Published: about 4 hours ago

​I’m currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join the finance team of a well-established, family-run business based in Stokesley. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with solid accounts experience who is looking to develop their skills in a varied and hands-on role.

Working within a friendly, collaborative office environment, you’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the smooth running of day-to-day finance operations. 

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage purchase ledger, including invoice processing and supplier payments

  • Perform statement reconciliations and manage cash control

  • Conduct debtor reviews and analysis

  • Process direct debits and reconcile credit card transactions

  • Support credit control activities

  • Reconcile data between software systems

  • Carry out general office and administrative duties

  • Communicate effectively with colleagues across the wider business

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and customers 

Skills & Experience

  • Self-motivated, organised, and proactive with a positive attitude

  • Confident working independently and as part of a team

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills

  • Comfortable handling difficult conversations when needed

  • Previous experience within an accounts or finance department is essential

  • Good IT skills – knowledge of Xero and Excel would be an advantage

  • Ideally studying towards or holding AAT Level 2 or 3 (not essential) 

Benefits

  • Competitive salary depending on experience

  • Study support for the right candidate

  • Generous staff discount across a wide product range

  • Free on-site parking

  • Supportive and friendly working environment

Please press ‘apply’ to submit your CV for review, or contact Emily Watson at our Middlesbrough office for further information.