Finance Administrator

Family Business United; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

28 days' annual leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Regular company events

Job summary

Family Business United in Renfrewshire is recruiting a Finance Administrator to join a growing and well-established organisation. This full-time, permanent role suits an Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger Administrator or Finance Administrator who enjoys a varied workload and contributing to day-to-day financial and purchasing operations.

You will work with a supportive team, handle supplier invoices, purchase orders in Sage, and ensure accurate records, reporting and timely communication.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years' experience in accounts, finance or administrative role.
• Strong Excel skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with supplier invoices and purchase orders is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day financial transactions and supplier orders.
• Process supplier invoices and raise purchase orders in Sage.
• Reconcile month-end supplier statements and resolve discrepancies.
• Maintain organised invoice/statement records and support ad hoc analysis.
• Coordinate material requests and manage delivery schedules with suppliers.
• Support stock ordering and purchasing requirements across sites.

Skills

Excel

Sage

Tools

Sage accounting

Job description

Love keeping the numbers in check, the invoices flowing and everything running like clockwork?

We're recruiting a Finance Administrator to join a growing and well-established organisation in Renfrewshire. This full-time, permanent position is ideal for an experienced Accounts Assistant, Purchase Ledger Administrator or Finance Administrator who enjoys a varied workload.

You'll play an important role in supporting the company's day-to-day financial and purchasing operations, working alongside a supportive team where your contributions are valued and you'll have the opportunity to further develop your skills.

What you will get in your new role

Salary between £26,000 - £28,000 (dependent on experience)

Permanent position offering long-term stability and security

28 days' annual leave, including bank holidays

Regular company events and opportunities to connect with colleagues

Cycle to Work Scheme

Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for additional wellbeing support

Free on-site parking

A supportive, inclusive, and progressive workplace culture

Responsibilities as a Finance Administrator

You'll keep the company's financial and administrative operations running smoothly. Working closely with colleagues, suppliers and operational teams, you'll take ownership of essential purchasing and accounts processes, ensuring accuracy, efficiency and timely communication across the business. You'll be responsible for:

Managing day-to-day financial transactions, coordinating supplier orders and maintaining accurate records, while supporting the wider team with reporting, stock management and general administrative duties

Processing supplier invoices and raising purchase orders using Sage accounting software, ensuring invoices are accurately matched to purchase orders and any discrepancies or queries are resolved promptly

Reconciling month-end supplier statements, requesting missing or duplicate invoices and identifying outstanding purchase orders to maintain accurate financial records

Maintaining organised invoice and statement records, preparing ad hoc analysis reports and providing administrative support to the wider business

Coordinating material requests from site supervisors and area managers, placing orders with suppliers and managing delivery timescales to ensure operational requirements are met

Overseeing site stock orders, monitoring purchasing requirements and liaising with suppliers and internal teams to support the smooth running of daily operations

Your personality, experience and qualifications

You'll have 1–2 years' experience in an accounts, finance or administrative position, with a strong understanding of day-to-day financial processes. You'll be highly organised, confident working with numbers and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a busy, deadline-driven environment.

Previous experience using accounting software, ideally Sage, with a good understanding of invoice processing, purchase orders and financial record-keeping.

Strong Microsoft Excel skills, excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain accuracy while working under pressure and meeting tight deadlines.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to liaise professionally with suppliers, managers and colleagues to resolve queries and keep processes running smoothly.

A proactive, methodical approach to work, with strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment.

This position is only available to applicants who have immediate Right to Work in the UK and you will be required to provide evidence of such upon request. Also required are up-to-date contact details for at least 2 references.