Accounts Assistant, Newton Aycliffe, circa £25-26,000 Your new company A long-established and highly respected manufacturing business in Co Durham is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team. This is an opportunity to join a company with a proud 50 year history, supplying to both UK and overseas clients. Your new role Reporting to the Group Accountant, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance operations. This is a newly created position, designed to strengthen the team following recent changes in leadership and working patterns.Key responsibilities include: Sales Ledger: Raising sales documentation, credit control, and handling customer queries Purchase Ledger: Assisting with supplier queries and supporting invoice processing Cash Book & Bank: Reconciling the cash book and preparing bank payments Payroll Support: Assisting with weekly payroll for 270 staff, including calculating hours from timesheets and providing cover during absences General admin: supporting the team with incoming email and phone queries from suppliers and customers What you'll need to succeed Ideally 2 years experience in a similar finance or accounts role Strong Excel skills and a willingness to learn bespoke systems A proactive, team-oriented approach Experience with payroll or manufacturing environments is desirable but not essential What you'll get in return Salary: £24,000 – £26,000 depending on experience Hours: 39 per week with an early finish on a Friday Holidays: 25 days bank holidays Free on-site parking What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career. 4711802