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Senior Accounts Assistant

Reed
Posted a day ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Darlington, Durham DL3 9SD

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan

In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.

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  • Join a leading organization in Darlington as a Senior Finance Assistant on a 15-month fixed-term contract.
  • The position requires proven experience in credit control and preparing balance sheet reconciliations, along with a strong understanding of accounting operations.
  • The role offers a salary of £28,000 per annum and includes benefits such as hybrid working, 28 days holiday plus bank holidays, and a competitive pension scheme.
  • Daily tasks involve handling accounting and tax processes, overseeing ledger entries, and supporting the accounts team with various responsibilities.
  • Applicants should have strong Excel skills and excellent collaboration abilities to work effectively within the finance team.

Join one of Darlington’s leading organisations, working as a Senior Finance Assistant. This role is an excellent opportunity to contribute to the accounting team’s success. If you have experience in Credit Control and a strong understanding of accounting operations, this position offers a dynamic work environment where you can make a significant impact.This role is a 15-month fixed-term contract.Benefits:

  • Hybrid working scheme 
  • 28 days holiday, plus bank holidays.
  • Competitive Pension Scheme with an attractive employer contribution.
  • Private health care and cash plan cover.

Day-to-day of the role:

  • Handle daily accounting and tax tasks within specific processes.
  • Oversee entries for sub-ledger and general ledger closing.
  • Handle Purchase Ledger, Credit Control, and chase outstanding invoices.
  • Support other members of the accounts team with various tasks.
  • Prepare balance sheet reconciliations accurately within agreed timescales.
  • Process transaction corrections, call out process exceptions, and provide timely responses to transaction queries.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in credit control and preparing balance sheet reconciliations.
  • Strong understanding of reporting and month-end processes.
  • High levels of accuracy and competence with strong attention to detail.
  • Organised approach and good time management skills, ensuring delivery to agreed timescales.
  • Excellent collaboration skills and the ability to work closely with various teams within Finance.
  • Proficiency in Excel, capable of extracting, manipulating, and uploading data.

To apply for the Senior Finance Assistant position, please submit your CV and if you require any further information reach out to Jamie Hunter at Reed Middlesbrough!

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.