Department: Finance
Responsible to: IT/Finance Manager
Salary: Up to £27,500.00
Based: North East Business and Innovation Centre with travel to other sites in the region as required.
About Us
The North East Business and Innovation Centre (BIC) is a well-established, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to supporting businesses across the North East.
We work with a diverse range of clients—from start-ups and growing SMEs to public sector organisations—helping to drive innovation, growth, and entrepreneurial success across the region.
About the Role
We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join our Finance team. This is a varied and hands-on role, offering the opportunity to play a key part in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the organisation.
You’ll work closely with colleagues across the business, ensuring financial processes run smoothly while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily cash flow, monitoring bank accounts and ensuring funds are allocated effectively
- Raise sales invoices and purchase orders promptly
- Process staff expenses accurately and within agreed timescales
- Handle supplier payments in line with company payment terms
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records across:
- Sales ledger
- Purchase ledger
- Nominal ledger
- Record incoming payments and issue monthly customer statements
- Bank cash and cheque payments
- Support credit control activities, including chasing outstanding debts and assisting with debtor reporting
- Process journals, including monthly accruals
- Administer payments for associated companies and projects
- Manage direct debit collections, including setup and ongoing administration
- Produce and maintain financial reports and spreadsheets
- Maintain and monitor all business Rates movements across all centres
- Maintain and monitor spreadsheets for all utility activity across all meters and sites etc
- Process recurring monthly invoices and grant payments
- Support the preparation of documentation for UKSPF funding claims
Additional Responsibilities
- Provide general administrative support to the Finance team
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 standards and internal procedures
- Contribute to continuous improvement of processes and services
- Work flexibly across the department and support other teams when required
What We’re Looking For
- Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
- A proactive and reliable approach to work
- Good numerical and analytical ability
- Strong communication skills and a team-focused attitude
- Experience working in a finance or accounts role (desirable)
- Familiarity with accounting systems and Microsoft Excel (desirable)
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative working environment
- Opportunities to develop your skills and experience
- The chance to be part of an organisation that makes a real impact in the region
- Competitive salary and benefits package
Please forward CV’s to Jacqui.danks@ne-bic.co.uk before close of play 30th April 2026