Accounts Assistant

BMC Appointments Ltd; North East; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency seeks a Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team in the UK. The candidate will support multiple finance functions, focusing on maintaining accurate records, processing invoices, and handling queries from suppliers and customers. The ideal profile includes QBE or AAT qualifications, strong communication skills, and experience with ERP systems. This position involves working closely with internal teams to improve processes and prepare financial reports, making it crucial for candidates to have an analytical and detail-oriented mindset.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance roles, particularly in Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable.
• Ability to maintain accurate financial records and reports.
• Familiarity with financial compliance and internal procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of AP and AR ledgers.
• Process invoices and payment runs accurately.
• Resolve account queries for suppliers and customers.
• Maintain strong financial controls and reconciliations.
• Prepare weekly reports and assist with audits.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Analytical mindset

Problem-solving approach

Proficiency with ERP systems

Education

QBE or AAT qualified

Tools

ERP systems

General IT applications

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a busy finance team, supporting UK entities across AP and AR ledgers.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working across multiple finance functions, has strong attention to detail, and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records while building positive relationships with suppliers and customers.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the day-to-day operation of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable ledgers
• Process supplier invoices and payment runs accurately and on time
• Process customer receipts and resolve account queries
• Handle supplier and customer queries efficiently and professionally
• Maintain strong controls, reconciliations, and compliance with internal procedures
• Prepare weekly ledger reports, including variance analysis and commentary
• Collate AP and AR metrics, including invoice failure analysis
• Support monthly balance sheet reconciliations
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve finance-related queries
• Assist with audit requirements and ad-hoc financial analysis
• Contribute to continuous process improvement within the finance function

About You

• QBE or AAT qualified
• Proficient with ERP systems and general IT applications
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Analytical mindset with a proactive, problem-solving approach
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Commercially aware and process-oriented
• Able to meet deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Confident building positive working relationships across the business