Accounts Assistant

Caterpillar; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction equipment manufacturer seeks an Accounts Assistant for its Skinningrove facility. The role entails managing accounts receivable, expense analysis, VAT returns, and financial reconciliations. The ideal candidate will possess relevant accounting qualifications, strong analytical skills, and a meticulous approach to detail. This full-time position requires on-site attendance, emphasizing contributions to the organization’s financial health. A diverse and supportive workplace culture awaits the successful applicant.

Benefits

27 days annual leave

Contributory pension scheme

Up to 9% Bonus

Contributory share scheme

Optional flexible benefits

Responsibilities

• Respond to inquiries, contacting other departments or vendors to resolve a variety of tasks.
• Prepare and post entries, verify and reconcile inputs to our financial reporting systems.
• Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls whilst ensuring accounting procedures comply with GAAP.
• Potential to take part in special projects and ad hoc reporting requests.

Skills

Accuracy and Attention to Detail

Analytical Thinking

Effective Communications

Managing Multiple Priorities

Problem Solving

Accounting

Education

AAT, ACCA or CIMA qualification or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

Salary: Starting from £30,206 - £37,757 (depending on experience)

Location: Skinningrove, Saltburn-by-the-sea

Benefits

• 27 days annual leave
• Contributory pension scheme – Caterpillar will double the employee’s contribution to 10%.
• Up to 9% Bonus
• Contributory share scheme – Caterpillar will match 50% of the employee’s contribution.
• Optional flexible benefits include access to health and dental care family plans, EV car lease, holiday purchase.

About Caterpillar Skinningrove

Caterpillar Skinningrove, located near Teeside, began operations in 1998. The facility produces steel track shoes. When mounted on the track link assembly, the track shoes form the ‘Cat track’ found on Hydraulic Excavators, Track Type Loaders, and Track Type Tractors.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a conscientious Accounting Associate to provide support and structure to the operating unit at our Caterpillar Skinningrove facility.

The role will manage various tasks and responsibilities, including accounts receivable, purchase receipts, expense analysis, VAT return preparation, audit support, month end preparation, bank account and inter‑company reconciliations, and indirect inventory. This role reports into the Accounting Manager of our Skinningrove Facility.

What You Will Do

• Respond to inquiries, contacting other departments or vendors to resolve a variety of tasks.
• Prepare and post entries, verify and reconcile inputs to our financial reporting systems.
• Maintain, implement, and adhere to internal controls whilst ensuring accounting procedures comply with GAAP.
• Potential to take part in special projects and ad hoc reporting requests.

Education Requirements

We will consider any level of Accounting Accreditation including AAT, ACCA or CIMA qualification or equivalent experience.

What You Will Have

• Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Understanding the necessity and value of accuracy; ability to complete tasks with elevated levels of precision.
• Analytical Thinking: Knowledge of techniques and tools that promote effective analysis; ability to determine the root cause of organisational problems and create alternative solutions that resolve these problems.
• Effective Communications: Understanding of effective communication concepts, tools, and techniques; ability to effectively transmit, receive, and accurately interpret ideas, information, and needs through the application of appropriate communication behaviours.
• Managing Multiple Priorities: Knowledge of effective self‑management practices; ability to manage multiple concurrent objectives, projects, groups, or activities, making effective judgments as to prioritising and time allocation.
• Problem Solving: Knowledge of approaches, tools, techniques for recognising, anticipating, and resolving organisational, operational or process problems; ability to apply knowledge of problem solving appropriately to diverse situations.
• Accounting: Knowledge of accounting methods, processes, and tools; ability to maintain and prepare financial statements and reports using accounting methods and processes.

Additional Information

• Hours: Full Time - 37.50 at the Skinningrove facility
• This position requires the candidate to work a 5 day a week schedule on site, with no option of hybrid available.
• Travel: Not associated with this Role

What You Will Get

We look forward to welcoming the successful candidate to our dynamic, diverse, and friendly team. We have a culture of openness, autonomy, support, and personal development as well as a continuous drive for improvement.

About Caterpillar

Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, off-highway diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines and diesel-electric locomotives. For 100 years, we’ve been helping customers build a better, more sustainable world and are committed and contributing to a reduced-carbon future. Our innovative products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value that helps customers succeed.

Equal Opportunity

Caterpillar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants of any age are encouraged to apply.

Posting Dates

January 6, 2026 - January 20, 2026

NB. The panel cannot make assumptions when shortlisting therefore please demonstrate your qualifications and experience on your CV relevant to the criteria outlined. Pending the number of applications, the criteria for the position may be enhanced to facilitate shortlisting. #LI

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