Accounts Administrator

Empro Talent Ltd; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency based in Glasgow is seeking a diligent Accounts Administrator to support financial operations on a part-time basis. Responsibilities include managing accounts receivable and payable tasks, generating invoices, handling payments, and ensuring compliance with internal financial policies. Ideal candidates will possess solid bookkeeping knowledge, proficiency in Xero, and strong attention to detail. This role offers flexible working arrangements and the chance to work closely with senior leadership.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bookkeeping principles.
• Experience in an AR/AP or finance assistant role.
• Experience processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations.

Responsibilities

• Generate and issue customer invoices in line with contractual terms.
• Monitor aged debt and carry out proactive credit control activities.
• Accurately record and allocate incoming payments.
• Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and approvals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Workload management

Integrity

Education

AAT qualified

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part-qualified

Tools

Xero

Excel

Job description

Accounts Administrator (Part-Time)

Location : Glasgow / Home-based

Hours : Part-time – hours to be agreed at interview (flexible working available after probation)

Reporting to : Director of Operations, Interim Finance Director, CEO

About the Role

We are seeking a diligent and organised Accounts Administrator to support the day-to-day financial operations of the business. This is a hands‑on operational finance role, ideal for someone who thrives on accuracy, organisation, and working independently.

You will play a key role in maintaining healthy cashflow, ensuring invoice compliance, and providing reliable transactional support to the wider finance and operations teams.

Additional support hours may be required depending on business needs, with TOIL or overtime applied in line with company policy.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable

Generate and issue customer invoices in line with contractual terms.

Monitor aged debt and carry out proactive credit control activities.

Accurately record and allocate incoming payments.

Resolve billing queries in collaboration with internal teams.

Maintain accurate debtor records and support month‑end reconciliations.

Accounts Payable

Process supplier invoices, ensuring correct coding and approvals.

Prepare and process supplier payment runs.

Reconcile supplier statements and investigate discrepancies.

Maintain organised AP documentation in line with audit requirements.

Support the processing of staff expenses.

Financial Administration

Complete bank reconciliations and transaction checks.

Maintain financial filing systems to meet audit and compliance standards.

Support the Finance Manager or Operations Director with ad‑hoc tasks.

Assist with month‑end schedules and reporting as required.

Compliance & Controls

Adhere to internal financial policies, controls, and approval workflows.

Maintain confidentiality and comply with data protection requirements.

Contribute to continuous improvement of financial processes.

Person Specification

Essential

Knowledge & Experience

Solid understanding of accounts receivable, accounts payable, and bookkeeping principles.

Experience in an AR / AP or finance assistant role.

Experience processing invoices, payments, and reconciliations.

Strong working knowledge of Xero.

Ability to work independently with high levels of accuracy.

Skills

Excellent attention to detail.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines.

High level of integrity when handling confidential information.

Qualifications

AAT qualified.

ACA / ACCA / CIMA qualified or part‑qualified (or equivalent).

Strong IT skills, including Excel and accounting software.

Desirable

Experience within an SME or fast‑paced environment.

Knowledge of VAT and audit preparation.

Experience improving or streamlining financial processes.

Confident communicating with customers and suppliers on payment matters.

Qualified by experience (QBE).

Additional business or leadership qualifications.

Why Join Us?

Flexible working arrangements.

A key operational role with real impact on business performance.

Opportunity to work closely with senior leadership.

Supportive environment with scope for process improvement.