Accounts Assistant

KCR; North East; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Bank holidays

Leave buy/sell option

Free parking

Casual dress code

Job summary

KCR is hiring an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day finance function across multiple entities. The role requires strong Sage Line 50 experience, meticulous attention to detail, and the ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Key duties include processing transactions, reconciliations, VAT returns, and year-end support in a fast-paced environment within the UK. AAT qualification or studying is desirable.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of accounting experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50.
• Experience with bank reconciliations, VAT returns and journals.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Able to work independently and in a team.
• Experience working in a multi-entity environment.
• Property or lettings sector experience.
• AAT qualification or currently studying desirable.

Responsibilities

• Process financial transactions using Sage Line 50.
• Reconcile bank, cash and credit card accounts.
• Maintain sales and purchase ledgers.
• Prepare and reconcile VAT returns.
• Post journals, accruals and prepayments.
• Assist with year-end trial balance reconciliations.
• Ensure HMRC and Companies House deadlines are met.
• Post invoices and allocate rents received.
• Reconcile client deposit accounts.
• Chase outstanding rental arrears.
• Support general office administration and record-keeping.

Skills

Sage Line 50

Accounting experience

Bank reconciliations

VAT returns

Excel skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team player

Multi-entity environment

Property/lettings sector

AAT qualification in progress

Education

AAT qualification

Tools

Sage Line 50

Job description

KCR Solutions are supporting this growing, dynamic business in their search for an experienced Accounts Assistant. This is a varied role within a fast-paced environment, supporting the day-to-day finance function across multiple entities. The successful candidate will have strong Sage Line 50 experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing financial transactions within Sage Line 50
• Reconciling bank, cash and credit card accounts
• Maintaining sales and purchase ledgers
• Preparing and reconciling VAT returns
• Posting journals, including accruals and prepayments
• Assisting with year-end trial balance reconciliations
• Ensuring compliance with HMRC and Companies House deadlines
• Posting invoices and allocating rents received
• Reconciling client deposit accounts
• Chasing outstanding rental arrears where required
• Supporting with general office administration, including handling enquiries and maintaining records

Skills & Experience

• Minimum 5 years' accounting experience
• Strong working knowledge of Sage Line 50
• Experience with bank reconciliations, VAT returns and journals
• Good Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to meet deadlines
• Able to work on own initiative and as part of a team
• Experience working within a multi-entity environment
• Property or lettings sector experience
• AAT qualification or currently studying desirable

Benefits

• Salary up to £32,000 per annum
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Option to buy or sell additional annual leave
• Free parking
• Casual dress code

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and successful business within a supportive and friendly team environment.