Accounts Assistant

BMC Recruitment Group Ltd; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

27 days annual leave

Christmas Eve day off

Pension and health benefits

Life insurance

Employee support programme

Ongoing training and development

Support towards AAT Level 4

Job summary

BMC Recruitment Group Ltd in Sunderland is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day running of the accounts function. You'll process supplier invoices, payments and expenses, manage customer receipts, complete bank reconciliations, and assist with VAT coding and reporting in a busy finance team.

This office‑based role offers 9am–5pm hours, 27 days’ holiday (plus Christmas Eve), pension and health benefits, life insurance, and ongoing training with clear opportunities for

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts or finance administration role (desirable).
• Good Excel and general accounting software skills.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work independently or in a team.
• Interest in developing a long-term career in finance.

Responsibilities

• Processing supplier invoices, payments and expenses.
• Managing customer receipts and assisting with credit control.
• Completing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting billing queries and resolving discrepancies.
• Assisting with VAT coding and financial reporting.
• Maintaining financial records and supporting compliance procedures.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Deadline management

Education

AAT qualification or studying towards AAT

Job description

I’m currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant on behalf of a well-established professional services business based in Sunderland.

The Role

Working closely with the finance team, you’ll support the day-to-day running of the accounts function, including:

• Processing supplier invoices, payments and expenses.
• Managing customer receipts and assisting with credit control.
• Completing bank reconciliations and maintaining accurate records.
• Supporting billing queries and resolving discrepancies.
• Assisting with VAT coding and financial reporting.
• Maintaining financial records and supporting compliance procedures.

About You

We’re looking for someone who is organised, numerate and has excellent attention to detail.

You’ll ideally have:

• Experience in an accounts or finance administration role (desirable).
• Good Microsoft Excel and general accounting software skills.
• Strong communication and organisational skills.
• The ability to manage deadlines and work independently or as part of a team.
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career in finance.

AAT qualification or studying towards AAT would be beneficial, but practical experience and a willingness to learn are equally welcomed.

What's On Offer?

• Salary dependent on experience.
• Full-time hours: Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm.
• 27 days annual leave plus Christmas Eve.
• Pension and health benefits.
• Life insurance (subject to eligibility).
• Employee support programme.
• Ongoing training and development.
• Support towards AAT Level 4 and further qualifications.
• Clear opportunities for career progression.
• Regular team socials and discounted services.

Location: Sunderland – office-based.