Jackson Hogg is partnering with a fantastic client in Prudhoe on the appointment of an Finance Assistant. The Finance Assistant is responsible for supporting the finance function by maintaining accurate financial records, with a focus on sales ledger, purchase ledger, bank reconciliations, and assisting with month-end processes including accruals and prepayments.
Salary: £30,000–£35,000per annum
Reporting To: Financial Controller
Key Responsibilities
Sales Ledger
*Raise and process sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner
*Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding debts
*Allocate incoming payments and reconcile customer accounts
*Resolve invoice queries in collaboration with internal teams and customers
Purchase Ledger
*Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and authorisation
*Prepare and process supplier payment runs
*Reconcile supplier statements and resolve discrepancies
*Maintain up-to-date and accurate supplier records
*Processing of expenses and credit card transactions
*Preparation of supplier payment runs
Bank Reconciliations
*Perform regular bank reconciliations
*Investigate and resolve any discrepancies
*Post bank transactions to the accounting system
Month-End
*Assist the Management Accountant with preparation of accruals and prepayments
*Support the Management Accountant with month-end close processes
*Maintain supporting schedules and documentation


Key Skills & Experience
*Previous experience in a finance or accounts assistant role
*Good understanding of sales and purchase ledger processes
*Experience with bank reconciliations
*Basic knowledge of accruals and prepayments
*AAT (or working towards)