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The Company
Able Bridge Recruitment are currently partnering an SME business in Ayr in the recruitment of a finance assistant.
Benefits on offer include;
Free Parking
Company pension scheme
Annual bonus
Generous holiday entitlement
Death in Service
The role will be office based 5 days per week and will report into the head of finance forming an efficient finance team.
The vacancy has arisen as a result of an employee taking a new career path outside of mainstream accounts.
The Responsibilities
The purpose of this role is to support the finance team in maintaining accurate financial records, processing transactions, and ensuring compliance with accounting principles. The Finance Assistant will contribute to day-to-day accounting functions, assist in the preparation of financial reports, and provide administrative support to the finance department.
On a day-to-day basis you can expect to be responsible for the following;
Responsibility for the maintenance of the purchase ledger ensuring that supplier invoices are processed within agreed timescales.
Preparing invoices for payment runs and assurance that appropriate financial controls are maintained and payment runs are signed off by the relevant stakeholders.
Work closely with customers in resolving queries and advising them on status of their invoice/payment date.
Production and distribution of remittance advice to suppliers.
Reconciliation of purchase ledger/bank accounts and ensure discrepancies are resolved.
Assist the team in the prompt and accurate preparation of payroll (monthly)
Assist the finance team in the continuous improvement of financial controls.
The Requirements
Our client is looking for an experienced finance assistant who has worked within a similar role. The team are close knit and work collaboratively with each other, as such we are seeking an individual who has a can do, will do attitude. We are expecting applicants to be computer literate and will have experience of working on financial ERP systems. This is an ideal opportunity for an experienced accounts assistant to join a thriving and innovative business. Apply today for an immediate interview!
If you are interested in hearing more detail about this role or would like to have a confidential chat about a potential career move, please do not hesitate in contacting me.
