Accounts Assistant Job at Stockton-on-Tees, Cleveland Full Time

Accounts Assistant

Reports To Finance Manager

The Opportunity

Our Client is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join the finance team at an exciting stage of the Group’s growth.

This is a great opportunity for someone with 2–3 years of generalist accounts experience who is looking to build their career within a dynamic, multi-entity business environment.

Working closely with the wider finance team, the Accounts Assistant will support the day-to-day running of the Group’s accounts across a varied and hands-on role.

The successful candidate will play a central role in:

• Supporting purchase and sales ledger processes across Group entities
• Assisting with bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance
• Processing invoices, payments, and expense claims accurately and on time
• Supporting month-end procedures and financial reporting
• Providing general administrative support to the finance function

About Our Client

Our Client is a growing and ambitious multi-entity business operating across industrial services, scaffolding, access solutions, engineering support services, hire, sales, and associated specialist sectors.

The Group is entering an exciting phase of strategic growth, with a clear vision focused on:

• Organic expansion
• Strategic acquisitions
• Operational excellence
• International supply partnerships
• Market diversification
• Long-term equity value creation

The leadership team is committed to building a modern, scalable, and commercially agile business platform capable of sustaining national and international growth.

The Role

The Accounts Assistant will support the Group’s finance function with a broad range of day-to-day accounting tasks, working closely with the Financial Accountant and Finance Manager.

This is a varied role that offers real exposure to a growing multi-entity business and the opportunity to develop skills across a wide range of accounting disciplines.

The role will involve:

• Purchase ledger and sales ledger processing
• Bank reconciliations and general ledger postings
• Invoice processing and supplier payment runs
• Credit control support and customer account management
• Expense processing and petty cash management
• Assisting with VAT return preparation
• Month-end support and ad hoc finance tasks as required

Key Responsibilities

Purchase & Sales Ledger

• Process purchase invoices accurately, ensuring correct coding and authorisation
• Manage supplier accounts, resolve queries, and support payment run preparation
• Raise and post sales invoices, maintaining accurate customer account records
• Support credit control activity, chasing outstanding debts in a professional manner

Bank & General Ledger

• Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations across Group entities
• Post general ledger journals and assist with nominal ledger maintenance
• Process staff expenses and petty cash claims accurately and in a timely manner
• Support month-end close activities as directed by the finance team

General Finance Support

• Assist with VAT return preparation and ensure accurate record keeping
• Support the wider finance team with ad hoc tasks and reporting requirements
• Maintain well-organised and up-to-date financial records across all entities
• Liaise with internal departments and external suppliers professionally and efficiently

What We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be an organised and reliable accounts professional who is keen to develop their career within a growing business.

The ideal individual will demonstrate:

• A good working knowledge of purchase and sales ledger processes
• Confidence with bank reconciliations and general ledger posting
• Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to workload
• Good communication skills and a professional, helpful manner
• A willingness to learn and take on new responsibilities
• The ability to work effectively as part of a small, busy finance team

Required Experience

• 2–3 years of generalist accounts experience in a similar role
• Practical experience of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliation
• Working knowledge of accounting software (Sage or similar)
• Good level of Excel proficiency
• Experience within a multi-entity or group business would be advantageous
• Experience within industrial services, construction, or related sectors would be beneficial
• AAT studier or qualified, or working towards a professional accounting qualification, would be desirable but not essential

Remuneration

Our Client is committed to attracting a motivated and capable Accounts Assistant who is looking to grow within a fast-paced business environment.

The package will include:

• Competitive salary reflective of experience
• Company pension contribution
• Opportunity to develop and progress within a growing Group
• Supportive team environment with genuine scope to take on more responsibility over time

Confidential Enquiries

For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Anthony Antoniou