Accounts Assistant - Temporary

iMultiply; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

iMultiply in Glasgow seeks a Temporary Accounts Assistant to support the finance team during a sickness cover period. The role is hands-on with duties spanning purchase and sales ledgers, bank reconciliations, and monthly reporting.

The ideal candidate has transactional finance experience, strong attention to detail, and solid Excel skills. The assignment is 3 months, office-based in Glasgow, with immediate start and pro rata salary of £28,000–£30,000.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar transactional finance role.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Effective organisational and time management skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships.

Responsibilities

• Processing purchase invoices and maintaining the purchase ledger.
• Raising sales invoices and supporting the sales ledger function.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Processing bank transactions and completing regular bank reconciliations.
• Assisting with payment runs and cash allocation activities.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting document management processes.
• Supporting month-end activities through reconciliations and transactional reporting.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve finance-related queries.
• Providing general administrative support to the wider finance team as required.

Skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Communication

Excel

Accounting software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting software

Job description

Glasgow | 3-Month Temporary Contract (Sickness Cover)

£28,000 - £30,000 (Pro Rata)

THE ORGANISATION

This established and growing business is seeking a Temporary Accounts Assistant to support its finance team during a period of absence. Operating within a fast-paced environment, the organisation prides itself on delivering high standards, maintaining accurate financial records, and fostering a collaborative working culture.

THE ROLE

The Temporary Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently. This is a hands-on position that requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a varied workload.

• Processing purchase invoices and maintaining the purchase ledger.
• Raising sales invoices and supporting the sales ledger function.
• Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice discrepancies.
• Processing bank transactions and completing regular bank reconciliations.
• Assisting with payment runs and cash allocation activities.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting document management processes.
• Supporting month-end activities through reconciliations and transactional reporting.
• Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve finance-related queries.
• Providing general administrative support to the wider finance team as required.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar transactional finance role.
• Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations.
• Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
• Effective organisational and time management skills.
• Confident communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships.
• Competent user of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
• Able to work independently and prioritise workload in a busy environment.
• Available to commit to a 3-month temporary assignment.

ON OFFER

• Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 (pro rata).
• 3-month temporary contract.
• Office-based role in Glasgow (4-5 days per week).
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Immediate start opportunity.
• Exposure to a varied and fast-paced finance function.

iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual's protected characteristics. Research shows that some individuals are less likely to apply unless they meet every criterion; however, potential and willingness to learn are equally important.