Accounts Assistant

CDM Recruitment; Billingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company pension: 5% employee + 3%/empr

Non-contractual scrap bonus after 12m

Non-contractual Christmas bonus after

Summer and winter social events

Weekly or monthly pay

22–25 days annual leave + bank hols

Annual pay review

Job summary

CDM Recruitment is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join the finance team of a long-established, market-leading business in Middlesbrough. This hands-on 12-month maternity cover position supports high-volume purchase ledger, banking and month-end activity.

The role involves processing purchase invoices, bank reconciliations, posting cash receipts and assisting with month-end procedures in a busy finance environment. Office-based role with no hybrid or remote option.

Qualifications

• Previous experience within a busy finance or accounts department is essential.
• Purchase ledger and banking experience is essential.
• Strong numerical ability and accuracy are required.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.

Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of purchase invoices accurately, matching invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Support the day-to-day purchase ledger function.
• Complete daily bank reconciliations across multiple bank and currency accounts.
• Post cash receipts and allocate payments accurately.
• Assist the finance team with month-end closing procedures.
• Support prepayments, accruals and general ledger maintenance.
• Handle internal and external finance-related queries and provide wider administrative support to the finance team.

Skills

Numerical ability

Excel

Accounting software

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Collaborative

Job description

CDM Recruitment is recruiting an Accounts Assistant to join the finance team of a long-established, market-leading business in Middlesbrough. This is a hands-on 12-month maternity cover position supporting high-volume purchase ledger, banking and month-end activity.

Key Responsibilities

• Process high volumes of purchase invoices accurately, matching invoices against purchase orders and delivery notes.
• Support the day-to-day purchase ledger function.
• Complete daily bank reconciliations across multiple bank and currency accounts.
• Post cash receipts and allocate payments accurately.
• Assist the finance team with month-end closing procedures.
• Support prepayments, accruals and general ledger maintenance.
• Handle internal and external finance-related queries and provide wider administrative support to the finance team.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience within a busy finance or accounts department is essential.
• Practical purchase ledger and banking experience is essential.
• Strong numerical ability with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet strict deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support colleagues.

Package & Benefits

• Monday-Friday, 08:30-17:00.
• Salary is open and will be considered according to relevant experience.
• 22 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with length of service to a maximum of 25 days.
• Annual pay review.
• Company pension: 5% employee contribution and 3% employer contribution.
• Non-contractual scrap bonus after 12 months' service.
• Non-contractual Christmas bonus after 12 months' service, starting at one week's wage and increasing with length of service.
• Summer and winter social events.
• Option of weekly or monthly pay.
• Full-time office-based environment; hybrid and remote working are not offered.

This is an opportunity to join an established business with a strong market position and a busy, professional working environment.