ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
NEWCASTLE UPON TYNE | HYBRID WORKING
SALARY FROM £23,500 to £25,500 + EXCEPTIONAL BENEFITS
12 MONTH FIXED TERM CONTRACT | STARTING DECEMBER OR BEFORE
THE OPPORTUNITY:
Get Recruited is working with a highly successful and well-established business based in Newcastle upon Tyne, who are looking to recruit an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant / Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their Finance team.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or Finance Assistant who has previous experience working within an Accounts Payable function and is looking for their next opportunity.
You'll be joining a supportive and experienced Finance team, taking responsibility for a range of payment processing, financial administration and accounts payable activities.
The business offers an excellent benefits package, including hybrid working, a generous pension contribution, annual leave and opportunities for professional development.
THE ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / PURCHASE LEDGER ASSISTANT ROLE:
Processing payments accurately and efficiently, ensuring all transactions are completed within agreed timescales.
Supporting the day-to-day Accounts Payable function, including processing and checking financial transactions.
Preparing payment information and maintaining accurate financial records.
Investigating and resolving payment discrepancies and outstanding queries.
Liaising with internal departments and external contacts regarding payments and account queries.
Assisting with reconciliations and ensuring financial records are accurate and up to date.
Maintaining financial documentation and supporting audit requirements.
Using accounting systems and Excel to manage financial information.
Supporting the wider Finance team with additional accounting and administrative responsibilities.
THE PERSON:
Must have previous experience working as an Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or in a similar finance position.
Previous hands-on Accounts Payable or Purchase Ledger experience is essential.
Good understanding of payment processes and accounting procedures.
Confident using Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
Experience dealing with payment queries and resolving discrepancies.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
A proactive and reliable approach with strong communication skills.
TO APPLY:
If you're an experienced Accounts Assistant, Accounts Payable Assistant, Purchase Ledger Clerk or Finance Assistant looking for a new opportunity in Newcastle upon Tyne, please send your CV through for immediate consideration.
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Type: Permanent Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £23500.00 - £25500.00 per annum + Excellent Benefits
Posted: 2026-10-13 16:41:28
TEMPORARY PURCHASE LEDGER CLERK / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT
SALFORD, GREATER MANCHESTER (HYBRID WORKING)
£15.40 to £17.50 PER HOUR + IMMEDIATE START
TEMPORARY CONTRACT WITH POTENTIAL TO BECOME PERMANENT
THE OPPORTUNITY:
We're partnering with a well-established business in Salford that is looking to recruit an experienced Purchase Ledger Clerk / Accounts Assistant on an immediate temporary basis, with the potential to become permanent.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong Purchase Ledger experience and Xero knowledge who can hit the ground running.
The role will involve managing high volumes of purchase invoices, supplier payments, sales ledger transactions and month-end reconciliations, whilst helping to clear an existing backlog.
THE PURCHASE LEDGER CLERK / ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT ROLE:
Processing high volumes of purchase invoices using Xero, ensuring accurate coding, matching and authorisation
Managing the purchase ledger from invoice receipt through to supplier payment
Reconciling supplier statements, investigating discrepancies and resolving outstanding queries
Preparing supplier payment runs and ensuring payments are processed within agreed terms
Maintaining supplier records and liaising with suppliers and internal departments regarding queries
Recording daily sales transactions from various revenue streams, ensuring accurate allocation and reconciliation
Clearing an existing backlog of purchase ledger transactions and outstanding finance administration
Completing month-end ledger reconciliations and supporting month-end reporting
Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting the wider finance team with ad hoc duties
THE PERSON:
Experience within a Purchase Ledger Clerk, Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant or Accounts Payable role
Strong Purchase Ledger experience, including high-volume invoice processing, is essential
Confident using Xero independently is essential
Good Microsoft Excel skills, including reconciliations and financial data
Sales Ledger and month-end reconciliation experience would be advantageous
Highly organised with excellent attention to detail and the ability to hit the ground running
Available to start immediately or at short notice following a video interview
TO APPLY:
Please send your CV for the Purchase Ledger Clerk / Accounts Assistant role via the advert for immediate consideration.
IMMEDIATE START - VIDEO INTERVIEWS BEING ARRANGED.
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We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Salford, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £15.40 - £17.50 per hour + + Immediate Start, Possible going Perm
Posted: 2026-10-08 14:55:44
