Reed Accountancy are delighted to be recruiting for a dedicated Finance Assistant to join a long-established, family-run SME in Darlington. This is a great opportunity for someone with solid accounting experience who’s ready to grow within a supportive and busy finance team.
In this hands-on role, you’ll support the day-to-day finance function, including producing accurate management accounts, processing invoices, managing AP/AR, reconciling bank accounts, and working with Sage to produce reports and maintain financial records. You’ll also assist with budgeting, payroll, audits, and wider compliance.
Key Responsibilities:
*Daily bank reconciliations
*Maintain accurate financial data in Sage
*Manage purchase/sales invoices and supplier payments
*Prepare financial reports and support monthly reporting packs
*Reconcile vehicle purchases and sales to stock records
*Validate supplier costs and raise queries
*Assist with payroll and audit requirements
About You:
*Strong double-entry bookkeeping and reconciliation skills
*Proficient in Sage and Excel
*Highly organised with great attention to detail
*Confident communicator with strong problem-solving abilities
*Experience as a Senior Accounts Assistant or similar (essential)
*AAT qualification and GCSEs in Maths & English (essential)