Accounts Assistant
Posted 4 hours 9 minutes ago by Reed
Temporary Accounts Assistant
Location: Ashington Contract: Temporary, 3 Months Initially (Potential Extension) Hours: Full Time Salary: Competitive Hourly Rate
Reed Accountancy is currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a well-established business based in Ashington on an initial 3-month temporary contract to provide sickness cover. There is potential for the assignment to be extended depending on business needs.
This is a varied role that would suit a proactive finance professional with strong attention to detail and previous experience working within a busy accounts function.
Key Responsibilities
- Processing and managing a high volume of sales invoices
- Credit control and chasing outstanding payments
- Posting and allocating cash receipts
- Performing regular bank reconciliations
- Assisting with accruals and month-end activities
- Supporting the purchase ledger function (approximately 150 invoices per month)
- Providing general accounts and finance support as required
- Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring data integrity
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or similar role
- Strong working knowledge of sales ledger and credit control processes
- Experience with bank reconciliations and cash allocation
- Good understanding of accruals and basic accounting principles
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- The ability to manage a busy workload and meet deadlines
- Strong communication skills and a team-focused approach
Systems
Experience using Pegasus Opera would be advantageous, although not essential. The business is currently transitioning to a new finance system, so adaptability and confidence learning new systems will be beneficial.
What's on Offer?
- Immediate start available
- Initial 3-month contract with potential for extension
- Opportunity to join a supportive and friendly finance team
- Valuable experience within a well-established organisation
If you are available immediately or at short notice and have the relevant accounts experience, we would love to hear from you. Apply today for more information.