Invoice Processing Assistant

NES Fircroft; Tees Valley; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft in Middlesbrough is seeking an organised Invoice Processing Assistant for a 12-month contract, hybrid role based at the Middlesbrough office.

You will support the finance team with timely processing of supplier invoices, match POs and delivery notes, and handle payment change requests.

Strong Excel and familiarity with SAP, Oracle or QuickBooks help ensure accuracy, with an emphasis on meeting deadlines in a high-volume environment.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and invoice processing.
• Proficiency in Excel and accounting software such as SAP, Oracle or QuickBooks.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process incoming invoices via internal system.
• Match purchase orders, delivery receipts, and invoices for accuracy.
• Raise payment change requests.
• Resolve discrepancies by contacting internal departments or vendors.
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status.
• Monitor invoice aging reports to avoid late payments.
• Support audit and compliance with necessary documentation.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excel proficiency

Communication skills

Independence & time management

Accounting basics

Tools

SAP

Oracle

QuickBooks

Job description

Invoice Processing Assistant – 1 year contract – Based Middlesbrough (Hybrid)

Our client is a business that operates within the Renewable Energy market. They are looking to hire a suitably experienced Invoice Processing Assistant for an initial 1 year contract based at their Middlesbrough office.

Job description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized Invoice Processing Assistant to support our clients’ finance team with accurate and timely processing of supplier invoices. This role is critical in maintaining smooth financial operations and ensuring vendors are paid promptly in accordance with company policies and payment terms.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive, review, and process incoming invoices via internal system.
• Match purchase orders, delivery receipts, and invoices to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Raise payment change requests.
• Resolve discrepancies or incomplete information by communicating with internal departments or vendors
• Respond to vendor inquiries regarding payment status and account reconciliation
• Monitor invoice aging reports to avoid late payments
• Support audit and compliance processes by providing necessary documentation.

Requirements

• Familiarity with basic accounting principles and invoice processing procedures
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and accounting software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks)
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks under deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with automated invoice processing systems (e.g., OCR tools, AP automation platforms)
• Knowledge of ERP systems or finance workflow software
• Prior experience in a shared services or high-volume transaction environment

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market-leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.