Accounts Assistant

About Us...

Parklands care homes are full of life. We aim to create a warm family atmosphere where residents are made to feel at home. Our teams work closely with our residents, their families, local community, and professionals to ensure that our residents care and support is developed with a structured, meaningful and person-centred approach. In line with our values.

When you join Parklands, you become part of our extended family. And as family, we support you throughout your career journey.

About You...

Are you passionate about making a difference? Are you detail-oriented, organised, and eager to be part of a team that positively impacts the lives of others?

We are looking for people who share our core values and are able to apply these to the work that they do. Our values inform the way we deliver individual quality care, recognise and reward our people and engage with our communities.

Working Together, Professionalism, Respect & Trust, Good Place to Work

As an Accounts Assistant, you will mainly focus on purchase ledger processing of invoices and therefore have a solid understanding of the process. You will have the chance to contribute to our mission by ensuring the financial operations of our care homes run smoothly and your work will play a vital part in maintaining the high standards of care we are proud to provide.

The Role...

• Support the finance team with daily accounting tasks, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in financial transactions and record-keeping.
• Responsible for purchase ledger of all homes in the Highland, Moray and Aberdeenshire area.
• The role may progress to include support for sales ledger and general accounts administration across the group of care homeswhich would include daily check-ins with each care home regarding admissions, discharges, hospital admissions/discharges, room changes etc.
• Collect and record purchase invoices and ensure accurate data entry into the system.
• Supplier statement reconciliations.
• Respond to phone calls and emails from relatives in a timely manner.
• Address queries and communicate with stakeholders promptly.
• Ensure compliance with relevant financial regulations and company policies, particularly those related to the care home industry.
• Provide administrative support to the finance team and care home management as needed.
• Prepare and process sales invoices and transactions, including direct debit administration.
• Collect debts and accurately record/match receipts and remittances.
• Monitor aged debts and statements, proactively chase payments, and update information.
• Liaise with residents next of kin, councils, and other relevant parties.
• Oversee the resident discharge and account closure process, including communication with solicitors regarding estates.

This role is initially a 3-month temporary contract, working full-time with the potential to transition into a permanent role based on performance and business needs. Standard hours are 37.5 per week (Monday - Friday); however, we are open to flexibility for the right candidate, with a minimum of 30-hours per week required.

Be part of our dedicated finance team based in ourHead Officelocated inGrantown-on-Spey,an attractive tourist town and an ideal location from which to explore the majestic Cairngorms National Park.

What we can offer...

• Refer a Friend Scheme (£250 per referral)
• Above & Beyond Rewards and Recognition Initiative
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family Friendly Working
• Flexible Pay Access
• Company Pension
• Free On-Site Parking
• Well provide the training and development you need to thrive and a chance to build on the skills you have
• We aim to develop our own talent, giving you the opportunity to develop your career with Parklands

A few final things worth knowing

We understand that applying for a job can sometimes be daunting, especially if you dont meet every single requirement listed. If you're interested in this role but dont tick every box, we still encourage you to apply!