Finance Assistant

Michael Page; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable not-for-profit organisation in Edinburgh is seeking a Finance Assistant to support its accounting department. The role includes handling VAT returns, intercompany reconciliations, and invoice management. Ideal candidates will have strong organisational and analytical skills, with the opportunity for professional development within a supportive environment. The salary ranges from £26,000 to £28,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance.
• 2-3 years of relevant finance experience is desirable.
• Willingness to engage with new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Support the accounting and finance department.
• Handle VAT returns and intercompany reconciliations.
• Produce and monitor invoices and payments.

Skills

Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

Ability to build positive professional relationships

Strong organisational skills

Effective team working

Good analytical and problem-solving skills

Computer literate

Education

Studying towards an accounting qualification (e.g. AAT)

Educated to HND level

Tools

Accounting software (e.g. NetSuite)

Job description

Overview

This is an excellent opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join a reputable not-for-profit organisation in Edinburgh. The role involves supporting the accounting and finance department with various financial tasks to ensure smooth operations.

Client Details

The hiring organisation is a well-established not-for-profit entity with a strong commitment to its mission. Operating as a medium-sized organisation, they are focused on providing valuable services and upholding their core values.

Responsibilities

• VAT and VAT returns.
• Intercompany reconciliation - ensuring proper accounting treatment of inter group transactions; Suspense account reconciliation.
• Producing invoices as required to individuals and external agencies for services, monitoring payment of such invoices, issuing reminders as required.
• Creating and processing journal entries as appropriate.
• Processing and monitoring of direct debit transactions, using the banks' direct debit software.
• Monitoring of bank accounts and ensuring cash book is kept up to date.
• Daily bank reconciliations.
• Making payments through Corporate Internet banking system.
• Inputting information through the cash book / accounting system.
• Processing monthly credit card statements.
• Any other duties as required by the Director of Finance and Finance Manager.

Profile

• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
• Ability to build positive professional relationships at all levels
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Strong organisational skills
• Effective team working
• Ability to prioritise work
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain clear & accurate records
• Willingness and ability to maintain confidentiality
• Computer literate and willing to engage with new technologies

Desirable

• Studying towards an accounting qualification e.g. AAT
• Educated to HND level with 2-3 years of relevant finance experience
• Experience in using accounting software packages e.g. NetSuite

Job Offer

• A salary range of £26,000 to £28,000 per annum.
• A fixed-term contract with potential opportunities for further development.
• The chance to work within a respected not-for-profit organisation in Edinburgh.
• Benefits package to be confirmed.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

If you are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance and the not-for-profit industry, we encourage you to apply for this Finance Assistant role.