Finance Assistant (entry-level)

February 21, 2026
£23900 - £23900
Urgent

Job Description

Finance Assistant (entry-level)
East Kilbride (Hybrid)
23,900

I am working with a vibrant and growing company currently based in Glasgow city centre, relocating to East Kilbride in May, to recruit a Junior Finance Assistant. In this role, you will report directly to the Payroll Manager and provide day-to-day support across a variety of payroll accounts and related tasks.

The office culture is young, energetic and welcoming. If you have solid experience within a finance role and are confident, approachable and down-to-earth, you will fit in well here. Ideally, we are looking for someone who can start in January.

Working Hours
Monday – Thursday: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Friday: 8:00am – 4:00pm

Benefits
Monday to Friday working pattern
Overtime available
28 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays
Work from home every Friday, plus an additional day from home following successful completion of probation
Office closed over Christmas
Career progression opportunities for the right candidate

Key Responsibilities
Assist with payroll, ensuring employee details and payroll data are accurate.
Update payroll spreadsheets and maintain organised records.
Support payroll audits by gathering and checking required documentation.
Prepare finance documents for secure record-keeping.
Process incoming and outgoing post, including payroll and HMRC correspondence.
Contact HMRC when required to follow up on payroll or tax queries.
Liaise with clients to request information and respond to basic payroll queries.
Maintain accurate filing systems, both electronic and paper-based.
Provide general administrative support to the payroll and finance team.

What We’re Looking For
Confident communicator, particularly when speaking with clients by telephone
Strong IT skills

If you would like to learn more about this role, or hear about other opportunities I am currently working on, please contact me at (url removed).

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