Assistant Accountant

KCR Solutions are supporting this established and progressive company based County Durham in their search for an Assistant Accountant.  

Reporting to the Finance Director and working within a small finance team, this is a varied, hands-on role with responsibility for supporting month-end activities and the wider finance function. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop into a broader accounting role and eventually take ownership of full accounts duties.

Key Responsibilities

• Month-end close, including journals, accruals and prepayments


• Balance sheet reconciliations


• Supporting management accounts preparation


• Sales and purchase ledger oversight


• Bank reconciliations and cash management


• VAT and general finance administration


• Supporting process improvements and finance projects


• Sales and purchase ledger control


• Credit control


• Supporting integration of a new system into the business


• Ad-hoc duties as required to include administration tasks

Essential Experience

• Previous month-end accounting experience


• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV (Navision)


• Good Excel skills


• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently

About You

• Hands-on and proactive approach


• Enjoys working closely with colleagues across the wider business


• Comfortable working in a small team environment


• Interested in systems and process improvement


• Keen to be involved in the implementation and integration of a new business system

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious finance professional looking to broaden their experience, work closely with senior leadership, and play a key role in both the finance function and wider business operations.