Accounts Assistant (Part-time 30 hrs)

Confidential; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Contract benefits

Job summary

Confidential in Edinburgh is seeking a part-time Accounts Assistant to manage invoices, reconciliations and financial records. You will support bank reconciliations, prepare financial reports, maintain data in accounting systems and help monitor budgets.

The role requires attention to detail, proficiency with accounting software and Excel, plus strong organisational and communication skills to collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Clear and confident communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Process and manage invoices with accuracy and timely payments.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and financial record-keeping.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Maintain accurate financial data in accounting systems.
• Help monitor budgets and track expenses.
• Provide support during audits and other financial reviews.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders regarding financial queries.
• Assist with general administrative duties within the accounting and finance department.

Skills

Accounting experience

Attention to detail

MS Office Excel

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Tools

Excel

Accounting software

Job description

As a part-time Accounts Assistant in Edinburgh within the leisure, travel and tourism industry, you'll play a key role in keeping the financial side of things running smoothly. From handling invoices to maintaining accurate records, your day-to-day tasks will help ensure everything adds up just as it should.

Client Details

An organisation based in Edinburgh, working within the leisure, travel and tourism industry.

Description

• Process and manage invoices, ensuring accuracy and timely payments.
• Assist with bank reconciliations and financial record-keeping.
• Support the preparation of financial reports and statements.
• Maintain accurate financial data in accounting systems.
• Help monitor budgets and track expenses.
• Provide support during audits and other financial reviews.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders regarding financial queries.
• Assist with general administrative duties within the accounting and finance department.

Profile

• Previous experience in an accounting or finance role.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial tasks.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Clear and confident communication skills.

Job Offer

• A permanent part-time role of 30 hours per week.
• Salary dependent on the level of experience, ranging from 20,250 to 24,000.
• Contract benefits.

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