Finance Assistant

Reed; Coatbridge; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Reed is recruiting for a Mandarin-speaking Finance Assistant in North Lanarkshire. This role supports the finance function and collaborates with colleagues across regions in Mandarin and English, offering an excellent opportunity within a growing international organisation.

You will handle supplier invoices, maintain accounts payable records, resolve discrepancies, and assist with month-end tasks. Office-based, full-time, with emphasis on accuracy and teamwork in a fast-paced global environment.

Qualifications

• Fluent in Mandarin and English with strong communication skills.
• Experience in Finance Assistant or similar finance role.
• Proficient in Excel and accounting systems.

Responsibilities

• Process, verify and reconcile supplier invoices, purchase orders and payment requests.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records and documentation.
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner.
• Communicate with suppliers, colleagues and international stakeholders in both Mandarin and English.
• Respond to finance-related queries and provide support across departments.
• Assist with month-end activities and preparation of financial reports.
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and in line with company procedures.
• Support the wider finance team with administrative tasks and ad hoc projects.

Skills

Mandarin fluency

English fluency

Excel

Finance software

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Accounting systems

Job description

Finance Assistant (Mandarin Speaking)£28,000 - £31,000North LanarkshireFull-time, Office Based

Reed is delighted to be working with a leading construction and engineering business in North Lanarkshire to recruit a Mandarin-speaking Finance Assistant. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing international organisation where you'll play a key role in supporting the finance function and liaising with colleagues and stakeholders across multiple regions.

Working within a friendly and collaborative team, you will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, supporting accounts payable processes, and ensuring queries are resolved efficiently. This position would suit an organised finance professional looking to develop their career within a fast-paced global business.

Key Responsibilities

• Process, verify and reconcile supplier invoices, purchase orders and payment requests
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable records and documentation
• Investigate and resolve invoice discrepancies in a timely manner
• Communicate with suppliers, colleagues and international stakeholders in both Mandarin and English
• Respond to finance-related queries and provide support across departments
• Assist with month-end activities and preparation of financial reports
• Ensure financial transactions are recorded accurately and in line with company procedures
• Support the wider finance team with administrative tasks and ad hoc projects

Candidate Requirements

• Fluent in both Mandarin and English, with strong verbal and written communication skills
• Previous experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Payable or similar finance role
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and finance/accounting systems
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships across departments and international teams