Finance Assistant – Up to £26,000

Location: Sunderland (Hybrid working available)

Reports to: Finance Manager

Sector: Large organisation | Part of a global group

Experience Level: Entry-level / early career (AP-focused)

Overview

KCR Solutions have a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious individual looking to start or develop their career within finance. Our client is a large, well-established organisation that is part of a global group. Due to continued growth, they are looking to add a Finance Assistant to their team. This role is ideal for someone with limited accounts experience or a finance graduate seeking their first step into the profession.

You will join a small, friendly finance team and benefit from excellent progression opportunities. After a successful probation period, study support will be considered to help you continue your professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Processing high volumes of purchase invoices accurately and within deadlines
• Matching, batching, and coding invoices
• Supplier statement reconciliations
• Dealing with supplier queries and resolving discrepancies
• Preparing weekly and monthly payment runs
• Assisting with month-end AP tasks
• Assisting with bank reconciliations
• Supporting the Finance Manager with ad-hoc finance duties
• Helping maintain accurate financial records and documentation
• Providing administrative support to the wider finance team when required

About You

• Ideally some exposure to accounts payable or a finance-related role (but not essential)
• OR a degree in Accounting/Finance looking for a first step into industry
• Strong attention to detail and good numerical ability
• Confident IT skills, including Excel
• Eager to learn, ambitious, and keen to build a long-term career in finance
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach

What’s on Offer

• Salary up to £26,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working after training period
• Study support available after probation
• Opportunity to progress within a large, global organisation
• Supportive, experienced Finance Manager and a close-knit team environment