Accounts Assistant — Banking, Payroll & Reconciliations

Vertu Motors plc; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading automotive retailer in Gateshead is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support banking, payroll, and reconciliation tasks. The role involves managing bank accounts, processing payroll payments, and acting as a system administrator. Ideal candidates should have strong numerical skills and experience in finance support. AAT qualification is preferred but not essential. This position offers significant training opportunities, competitive pay, and benefits including generous holiday and pension plans.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Online rewards platform discounts

Preferential Service Rates

Colleague Purchase Scheme

Share Incentive Scheme

Pension

Enhanced Maternity & Paternity

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounts or finance support role.
• Ability to manage a varied workload and meet deadlines.
• Confidence in using finance systems and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Complete bank reconciliations.
• Process payroll payments and transfers.
• Act as Barclays system administrator.

Skills

Accuracy

Strong numerical skills

Proficient in Excel

Problem-solving

Education

AAT qualification (or currently studying)

Tools

Finance systems

Job description

A leading automotive retailer in Gateshead is seeking an Accounts Assistant to support banking, payroll, and reconciliation tasks. The role involves managing bank accounts, processing payroll payments, and acting as a system administrator. Ideal candidates should have strong numerical skills and experience in finance support. AAT qualification is preferred but not essential. This position offers significant training opportunities, competitive pay, and benefits including generous holiday and pension plans.