Finance Administrator

Pertemps Glasgow Perms; Humbie; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pertemps is supporting a key client in the Windimains area of Edinburgh with the recruitment of a Finance Administrator to join their team in Humbie.

This varied role combines day-to-day finance duties with general office administration, supporting the wider finance team to ensure accurate and timely financial processes while providing professional administrative support across the business. The role offers opportunities to work with ERP systems and develop Sage experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance or accounts administrative roles.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, Outlook).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to meet tight deadlines.
• Good organisational skills and ability to work as part of a team.
• Experience with ERP systems/Sage or similar accounting software desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update the sales ledger, process invoices and credit notes, and reconcile customer accounts.
• Assist with general ledger tasks and monthly/quarterly management information.
• Perform bank reconciliations, process payments, and manage cash/banking records.
• Provide general office administration support and maintain records and reports.

Job description

Finance Administrator

Location: Humbie, Edinburgh

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Job Type: Permanent

Recruitment: Pertemps, Humbie

Pertemps are delighted to be supporting a key client in the Windimains area of Edinburgh with the recruitment of a Finance Administrator to join their team.

This is a varied opportunity combining day-to-day finance responsibilities with general office administration. The successful candidate will play an important role in supporting the wider finance team, ensuring financial processes are completed accurately and on time while providing professional administrative support across the business.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Ledger
  • Maintain and update the sales ledger.
  • Process sales ledger invoices and credit notes.
  • Reconcile customer accounts.
  • Support the Credit Controller with credit control activities.
• General Ledger
  • Assist with the production of accurate and timely management information on a monthly and quarterly basis.
  • Support the preparation of financial statements and accounts for management and finance teams.
  • Assist with month-end processes and management accounts preparation.
• Cashbook & Banking
  • Complete bank reconciliations.
  • Process payments.
  • Manage credit card and expense transactions.
  • Maintain petty cash records.
• General Administration
  • Answer telephone calls, respond to emails and welcome office visitors.
  • Manage calendars, book meeting rooms and arrange appointments.
  • Maintain accurate paper and digital records and update databases.
  • Prepare basic reports and administrative documentation.
  • Monitor office inventory and arrange ordering of supplies and equipment.
  • Assist with travel arrangements and process relevant invoices and expense forms.

About You

The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a finance or accounts administration environment and be confident working across a range of financial and administrative duties.

You will have:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.
• Experience using Sage or a similar accounting package.
• Excellent attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Experience working with ERP systems, particularly within sales or purchase ledger environments, would be desirable.

What You'll Bring

You will be a highly organised and reliable individual with a strong eye for detail and a proactive approach to your work. The ability to identify and resolve discrepancies, manage competing priorities and communicate effectively with colleagues across the business will be key to your success.

You will also have the opportunity to contribute to process improvements, system effectiveness and the resolution of finance queries, making this a varied role with genuine scope to add value to the organisation.