Murray Recruitment are recruiting an Accounts Assistant for our client based in South Lanarkshire. This is an excellent opportunity to join a fast-paced and growing business within a busy finance environment, supporting the day-to-day running of the accounts function while working closely with senior management. Role Overview The Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the finance department across a broad range of accounting and payroll duties. This position is ideally suited to an organised and proactive individual who enjoys working in a high-volume environment and can manage multiple priorities effectively. The successful candidate will provide essential support across transactional finance processes while ensuring accuracy and efficiency at all times. Key Responsibilities Manage purchase ledger activities including processing high volumes of supplier invoices Maintain and update the sales ledger accurately Carry out daily and monthly bank reconciliations Process payroll from timesheets through to payslips using Sage Payroll Support credit control activities and follow up on outstanding payments Assist with maintaining accurate financial records and documentation Liaise with suppliers and internal departments regarding invoice queries Support wider finance operations and reporting requirements as required Ensure all finance processes are completed within deadlines and company procedures Skills & Experience Previous experience within an Accounts Assistant or similar finance role Strong working knowledge of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and reconciliations Payroll processing experience is advantageous Experience working within a high-volume finance environment Proficient in Sage 50 and Sage Payroll advantageous Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication skills with the ability to build effective working relationships Ability to work independently and manage workload efficiently Confident using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel Offering Salary £28,000 – £35,000 depending on experience Working hours: Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:00pm, Friday 8:00am – 3:00pm 33 days holiday inclusive of public holidays Opportunity to join a well-established and busy business environment Immediate interview availability with a client keen to appoint quickly Supportive team structure with exposure to a varied finance role