Paul Card Recruitment are delighted to be partnering exclusively with Be Caring on the appointment of a Finance Assistant at an exciting stage in their growth.
Be Caring is a well-established, values-led, employee-owned organisation with an excellent reputation across the region. They deliver vital care and support services within the community, helping individuals live independently and with dignity in their own homes. Operating on a people-before-profit basis, this is a business built around doing the right thing and making a genuine impact.
What makes this opportunity stand out is the culture.
Be Caring, based in Gosforth, offers genuine flexibility, trust and stability. This is a business where people are supported to do their jobs without unnecessary pressure, and where the finance team works collaboratively to ensure everything runs smoothly. There is a strong focus on outcomes, with a practical approach to hybrid working and flexibility around individual circumstances, with just one day per week in the office!
This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on, organised Finance Assistant who enjoys working in a busy environment and wants to play a key role in supporting a growing organisation that makes a real difference.
The Role
This is a newly created position within the finance team, with a primary focus on the sales ledger.
You will be responsible for supporting a busy function, ensuring income is accurately recorded, queries are resolved efficiently, and outstanding debt is managed effectively.
Key elements include:
Managing the sales ledger, chasing outstanding debt and managing aged balances
Handling queries from clients and councils
Performing reconciliations
Supporting invoicing processes and maintaining accurate records
Providing cover across the purchase ledger and payroll when requiredThis is a hands-on role within a fast-paced team and will suit someone comfortable taking ownership and working proactively.
About You
Experience in a transactional finance role, ideally 2-3 years
Strong sales ledger experience
Confident in dealing with queries and resolving issues
Experience with reconciliations
Organised, reliable and able to work independentlySage experience would be beneficial but not essential. The ability to learn new systems quickly is more important.
The structure of the team offers stability, with development focused more on building skills and experience rather than immediate progression opportunities.
If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely contribute, within a supportive and well-run organisation, we'd love to speak with you.
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