Jackson Hogg is exclusively supporting a fantastic client in Durham on the appointment of a Finance Assistant on a 3-6 month FTC basis.

Purpose of Role

To provide administrative support to the Finance Department, with a primary focus on Accounts Payable activities, vendor reconciliations, and maintaining accurate financial records. The role will also support month-end activities and assist the wider finance team where required.

Main Responsibilities

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Review and resolve accounts payable queries, liaising with suppliers and internal departments where required

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Reconcile supplier accounts to vendor statements and investigate discrepancies

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Support vendor query resolution and ensure outstanding issues are addressed promptly

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Monitor purchase order activity and maintain accurate records

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Issue supplier debit notes for returns or quality-related matters where required

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Raise sales invoices where required and support customer account administration

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Allocate incoming cash and maintain accurate customer account balances

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Monitor bank activity and ensure transactions are recorded accurately, including performing regular bank reconciliations

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Assist with the preparation and posting of journals, including accruals and prepayments

* Support the finance team with general month-end activities and reconciliations

Experience

* Accounts Payable experience

* Ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment

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Proactive and able to manage queries effectively

* Good communication skills with the ability to liaise across departments and with external suppliers

Offering

* £30,000

* Flexi-time

* 1 day work from home per week