About the Role

Chance to join a small, well‑established engineering business on the outskirts of Newcastle, looking for a formally qualified accounting professional to join the team in a part‑time capacity. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, autonomy, and being close to the operational heartbeat of a business.

Starting as an Accounts Assistant / Financial Accountant, you will support day‑to‑day finance activities, working alongside an existing team member, and gradually take on responsibilities currently managed by the Company Secretary.

This is a long‑term development opportunity for someone who wants to grow their scope and influence within a stable, hands‑on environment.

Key Responsibilities
Support accounts processing including AP, AR, bank reconciliations, and journals
Month‑end support including reporting and ledger maintenance
Payroll assistance and award/EBA interpretation
Compliance and governance support as duties transition from the Company Secretary
Document management and statutory record keeping




Liaising with internal stakeholders and external advisors
General finance administration and process improvement

About You
Formal accounting qualifications are essential (Degree, CA/CPA or working towards)
Experience in accounting, bookkeeping, or finance administration
Solid attention to detail and a proactive approach
Comfortable working in a small, close‑knit engineering setting
Ability to learn new responsibilities over time
Confident communicator with solid organisational skills
Experience with BusinessCraft would be well regarded

What’s on Offer
Part‑time role: 3 or 4 days per week
Hybrid work available once trained
A degree of flexible hours to suit family or lifestyle needs
Reliable, supportive engineering business with long‑term staff
Genuine opportunity to expand your responsibilities and take on Company Secretary‑related tasks over time
On‑site parking and easy access from Newcastle surrounds
J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Accounting Assistant / Financial Accountant Newcastle City Council
🏢 Connected People
📍 Newcastle City Council