Accounts Assistant

Staffline; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing manufacturing company based in East Ayrshire is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team. The role includes processing payments, maintaining bookkeeping records, and managing customer accounts. Candidates should be confident with Microsoft Excel and have strong communication skills. The company offers a supportive team environment and clear paths for professional growth with a competitive salary of £28K plus benefits.

Benefits

Study support for professional qualifications

Hands-on training

Clear path for professional growth

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an office environment is preferred but not necessary.
• Willingness to learn and open attitude towards professional growth.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitor incoming payments.
• Maintain bookkeeping databases and spreadsheets.
• Communicate with clients regarding payments and payment plans.
• Collect and accurately record payments from customers.
• Manage customer accounts.
• Support month-end processes and finance system implementations.
• Assist with wider finance tasks as required.

Skills

Strong written communication

Problem-solving skills

Confident using Microsoft Excel

Attention to detail

Positive attitude

Job description

Overview

Accounts Assistant
East Ayrshire
Full-Time Flexible working considered
£28K + industry leading benefits package

Brightwork are delighted to be recruiting on behalf of their respected and growing manufacturing client based in East Ayrshire, who are looking to add an Accounts Assistant to their friendly and dynamic finance team.

Responsibilities

• Process and monitoring incoming payments
• Maintaining bookkeeping databases and spreadsheets
• Communicating with clients to request payments and arrange payment plans
• Collecting payments from customers, ensuring they are accurately recorded
• Managing customers accounts
• Support month-end processes and finance system implementations
• Assisting with wider finance tasks as and when required

What We’re Looking For

• Strong written communication and problem-solving skills
• Confident using Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Great attention to detail and ability to prioritise tasks
• A positive, can-do attitude with a desire to learn and progress
• Previous experience in an office environment - full training given on duties

What You’ll Get

• Supportive and fast-paced team environment
• Study support and hands-on training
• Clear path for professional growth
• A varied and engaging workload – no two days are the same!

Why Apply?

• Career Progression – Tailored development plans and study support (AAT, ACCA or similar) provided for the right candidate
• Supportive Team – Work closely with experienced finance professionals
• Work for a fantastic business - This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a company with a strong heritage, a passion for craftsmanship, and a commitment to quality in their industry.

Brightwork Ltd is an employment agency for permanent roles and employment business for temporary roles.

Interested? Apply now or get in touch for a confidential chat and more details on the role, salary, and benefits package.