Finance Assistant

Hutcheon Mearns are delighted to be supporting a successful local business to recruit a Finance Assistant on a full time, temp to perm or permanent basis. The role will be based from our client’s office in the city centre.

This is a varied role where you will be responsible for Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control and VAT, alongside providing wider administrative support to the business.

The Opportunity

The Finance Assistant will:

  • Process client invoices and payments, as well as supplier invoices and payments.
  • Manage accounts receivable including raising invoices, logging payments, reconciling statements, and following up on outstanding payments.
  • Manage accounts payable including processing supplier invoices, reconciling accounts, setting up new suppliers, and managing payments.
  • Support with VAT returns, payroll administration, CIS payments, bank reconciliations, and insurance administration.
  • Provide general office support including filing, mail handling, ordering supplies, and vehicle record management.

Background and Experience

We are looking for a motivated individual with:

  • Strong communication and organisational skills.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word and Excel).
  • A high level of accuracy with financial data and excellent problem-solving skills.
  • The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Experience in accounts payable/receivable and general finance administration.

Flexibility and benefits

  • Friendly working environment
  • Competitive salary

Next steps

If you are interested in taking the next step in your career or feel a change of environment or sector is your next path, this could be the ideal job opportunity for you!  To apply please send a full CV.  For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Leah McCrea at Hutcheon Mearns on Leah.McCrea@HutcheonMearns.co.uk. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.