Assistant Accountant

Hays; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking an Assistant Accountant for a permanent position in Glasgow. This role involves working closely with the Finance Manager and contributing to a well-established finance team. The ideal candidate will bring proven experience in finance, excellent communication skills, and a problem-solving mindset. Flexible hybrid working arrangements and opportunities for professional development are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience as Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant required.
• Comfortable with tasks like reconciliations and financial reporting.
• Team-player attitude and ability to work independently essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage purchase & sales ledger and perform reconciliations.
• Assist in the preparation of monthly management accounts.
• Handle budgeting, forecasting, and general finance tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Job description

Assistant Accountant job in Glasgow

Your new companyOur client is recruiting for an Assistant Accountant to join their team on a permanent basis. The hours of work are Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. The organisation is based in Glasgow and offers hybrid working: 4 days in the office and 1 day from home. The offices are easily accessible by public transport and there is also on-site parking.
Your new roleReporting to the Finance Manager and working as part of a small finance team, the Assistant Accountant will undertake a range of responsibilities. Your duties will include, but will not be limited to; purchase & sales ledger, reconciliations, journals, accruals & prepayments, financial analysis & reporting, assisting in the preparation of monthly management accounts, assisting with budgeting and forecasting and general associated finance tasks.
What you'll need to succeedThe preferred candidate will be an experienced Accounts Assistant/Assistant Accountant who is comfortable undertaking the responsibilities outlined above. You will be a professional and personable communicator as you will liaise with clients, suppliers and colleagues on a daily basis. You will have excellent attention to detail and enjoy problem-solving. A team-player attitude is required, and you should also be comfortable working to your own initiative.
What you'll get in returnOn offer is an excellent opportunity for an experienced candidate to join a well-established finance team in a role in which you can utilise your existing experience and further develop your skills.
What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. #