Accounts Assistant

About the company

Pertemps are currently recruiting for an Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance team based in Glasgow on an initial 6-month temporary contract.

Your tasks

You will be responsible for a range of bookkeeping and accounting duties, including sales and purchase invoicing, direct debit processing and reconciliations, while supporting the wider finance team to ensure the smooth running of the department.

• Raising sales invoices accurately and efficiently.
• Checking and processing purchase invoices.
• Managing monthly direct debits, including setting up new customers.
• Completing invoicing reconciliations and investigating discrepancies.
• Preparing and completing reports within required deadlines.
• Escalating any issues to the Senior Accounts Assistant or Finance Manager as appropriate.
• Supporting colleagues across the finance team to ensure departmental targets are achieved.
• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard.

Requirements

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented individual with accounts experience who is looking for a part-time role offering hybrid working.

Skills required

• Good IT skills, particularly Microsoft Excel.
• Previous experience using Sage would be advantageous, but is not essential.
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy.
• Strong numeracy and time management skills.
• Good organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workloads.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive approach and the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

What we offer

What’s on Offer?

• A salary of £28,000 pro rata.
• An initial 6-month temporary contract.
• Part-time hours of 25 per week, Monday to Friday.
• Hybrid working, with 3 days in the Glasgow office and 2 days working from home.
• The opportunity to join a collaborative finance team and develop your accounts experience.

Other

*Location: Glasgow Salary: £28,000 pro rata Contract: Temporary – initially 6 months Hours: Part-time, 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday Working Arrangement:** Hybrid – 3 days in the office and 2 days working from home