Accounts Assistant

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant to join our client in Sunderland, on a temporary ongoing basis. This position will provide vital support to two departments within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, ensuring efficient operations and accurate documentation.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in a similar industry and demonstrate strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

Duties:

• End-to-end purchase order (PO) management - raising and sending POs to suppliers
• Input payroll data from timesheets into Excel
• Handle payroll and HR queries (including maternity leave, SSP, and employee changes)
• Process invoicing
• Order consumables, workwear, and stationery
• Distribute quotes to engineers and track status
• Support invoicing by checking quote status and marking approvals
• Support with overtime payroll entries

Skills & Experience Required:

• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work to deadlines
• Excellent communication skills for liaising with suppliers, engineers, and internal teams

Rate

• £14.06ph

Hours:

• Monday - Thursday - 8am-4:30pm
• Friday - 8am-2:30pm
• 40hrs per week

Role:

• Start date - Mon 15th Dec
• Temp ongoing

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