Job Description
Accounts Assistant£28,000 – £30,000 annuallyEast KilbrideMonday to Thursday, 9:00am – 5:00pm Friday, 9:00am – 4:00pm
Reed are working with a successful wholesale business in East Kilbride to recruit an Accounts Assistant for their growing finance team
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional looking to join a successful and fast-paced organisation where they can take ownership of key responsibilities and play an important role in the smooth running of the finance function.
This varied position combines accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control and payroll support duties, making it ideal for someone who enjoys a broad finance role with plenty of responsibility.
Working closely with the Finance Manager and wider team, you will be a key contributor to maintaining accurate financial records, strengthening cash flow and supporting payroll processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end sales ledger function, ensuring invoices are raised accurately and issued on time
- Take ownership of credit control activities, professionally pursuing outstanding payments via telephone, email and written correspondence
- Monitor customer accounts and produce aged debtor reports for management review
- Allocate incoming payments and maintain accurate accounts receivable records
- Build strong relationships with customers to resolve account queries and payment disputes efficiently
- Support debt recovery procedures where required and escalate overdue accounts appropriately
- Provide payroll cover during periods of absence, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on schedule
- Assist with payroll administration, employee queries, pensions and related processes
- Process daily cash postings and support bank reconciliations
- Process sales invoices when required, matching PO numbers and GRNs
- Assist with month-end finance activities and reconciliations
What We’re Looking For
- Previous experience within a transactional accounts role
- Exposure to payroll processing or payroll administration
- Confident and professional communication skills, particularly when managing outstanding debt
- High levels of accuracy and attention to detail
- Good Excel skills and experience using accounting software packages
If you’re an ambitious finance professional looking for a varied and rewarding role within a successful local business, we’d be delighted to hear from you.
Apply today by submitting your CV through this advert.
