Payroll & Accounts Assistant

Rutherford Cross; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A global business based in Glasgow is seeking an Accounts Assistant to join its finance team. The role offers hybrid working, supporting payroll, bank reconciliations, and month-end activities. Ideal for candidates with accounting experience and a proactive attitude, this position provides opportunities for skill development in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in payroll and general accounting (e.g. fixed assets, general ledger).
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage your own workload.
• A positive, can-do attitude and excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing and liaise with external payroll providers.
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage intercompany recharge invoices.
• Support month-end close activities and fixed asset management.

Skills

Payroll processing

General accounting

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Excel proficiency

Job description

Overview

Rutherford Cross is delighted to be supporting a global business in the recruitment of an Accounts Assistant to join its UK&I regional finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a close-knit, supportive team environment while benefiting from the scale, structure and resources of a large international company. The role is hybrid, flexible and is based in Glasgow's city centre. The role offers a broad scope of responsibilities across core finance functions, making it ideal for someone who enjoys variety and wants to develop their skills in a dynamic setting. The business has a modern, agile working culture and values individuals who bring a proactive mindset and a willingness to get involved.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with payroll processing and liaise with external payroll providers
• Perform bank reconciliations and manage intercompany recharge invoices
• Support month-end close activities and fixed asset management
• Prepare month-end reconciliations and assist with year-end audit processes
• Maintain finance mailboxes and contribute to intermediary reporting

Skills & Experience

• Experience in payroll and general accounting (e.g. fixed assets, general ledger)
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage your own workload
• A positive, can-do attitude and excellent communication skills
• Comfortable working to deadlines and proficient in Excel

This is a great opportunity for someone looking to grow within a stable and forward-thinking organisation that combines the feel of a small business with the benefits of a global enterprise.

For more information on the role, please contact Ally Deas at Rutherford Cross: [e-mail]

Our client is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status or pregnancy and maternity.