Accounts Assistant

Adecco; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A supporting recruitment agency is seeking a proactive Accounts Assistant to aid in financial operations in Pentcaitland, East Lothian. Responsibilities include bank reconciliation, managing sales and purchase ledgers, and credit control. Candidates should have previous accounts experience and strong attention to detail. Competitive salary, holiday, pension, and potential remote work options available.

Benefits

21 days of holiday plus statutory days

Health cashback plan

Pension scheme

Opportunity to work 1 day from home

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar finance/accounts role is essential.
• Strong understanding of transactional finance processes.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of bank accounts.
• Process customer invoices and resolve queries.
• Match, batch, and code supplier invoices.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Accounting software knowledge

Understanding of transactional finance

Tools

Excel

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Accounts Assistant
Location: Pentcaitland, East Lothian (12 miles SE of Edinburgh)
Remuneration: 16.48 - 17.58 per hour
Contract Details: Temp To Perm

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Are you a detail-oriented individual ready to dive into a vibrant commercial finance team? Our client is on the lookout for a proactive Accounts Assistant to help keep their financial operations running smoothly. This role is perfect for someone passionate about transactional finance and credit control!

Responsibilities

• Bank Reconciliation: Perform daily and monthly reconciliations of bank accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Sales Ledger (S/L): Process customer invoices, allocate payments, and resolve any queries swiftly.
• Purchase Ledger (P/L): Match, batch, and code supplier invoices; prepare payment runs efficiently.
• Credit Control: Monitor aged debt, chase outstanding payments, and maintain excellent customer relationships.
• Purchase Orders (POs): Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring proper authorisation and invoice matching.
• Invoicing: Generate timely and accurate sales invoices in line with contractual terms.
• Commercial Finance Support: Assist with reporting, margin analysis, and support wider finance initiatives.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary based on your experience.
• Enjoy 21 days of holiday plus statutory days, increasing by 1 day per year!
• Health cashback plan for peace of mind.
• Pension scheme to secure your future.
• Potential opportunity to work 1 day from home for better work-life balance.
• A supportive team environment where your contributions are valued.
• Opportunities for development within a growing commercial finance function.

Skills & Experience

• Previous experience in a similar finance/accounts role is essential.
• Strong understanding of transactional finance processes.
• Good working knowledge of accounting software and Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.

Join our client's dynamic team and take the next step in your finance career! If you're ready to contribute to a thriving commercial finance environment, apply today! Your future awaits in this exciting position!

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