Overview
Accounts Assistant - Full Time
Location: Pentcaitland, East Lothian
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Department: Commercial Finance
Salary: £30,000 - £32,000, dependent on experience
What youll do
* Bank Reconciliation: Perform daily and monthly reconciliations across multiple accounts.
* Sales Ledger: Process customer invoices, allocate payments, and resolve queries efficiently.
* Purchase Ledger: Match, batch, and code supplier invoices; prepare timely payment runs.
* Credit Control: Monitor aged debt, follow up on outstanding payments, and maintain positive customer relationships.
* Purchase Orders: Create and manage purchase orders, ensuring proper authorisation and invoice matching.
* Invoicing: Generate accurate sales invoices aligned with contractual terms.
* Commercial Finance Support: Assist with reporting, margin analysis, and broader finance initiatives.
What youll bring
* Proven experience in a similar finance or accounts role.
* Solid understanding of transactional finance processes.
* Proficiency in accounting software and Excel.
* Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with the wider team.
Whats in it for you
* Competitive salary based on experience.
* 21 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, increasing by one day per year of service.
* Health cashback plan.
* Pension scheme.
* Option to work one day per week from home.
* Supportive team culture.
* Opportunities for growth within a developing commercial finance function.
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