Finance Assistant
Location: Glasgow office based Full time
Hours – 8.30am -5pm
Employment Type: Full-time / Permanent
We are seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Finance Assistant to join our clients team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys variety in their work.
About the Role
Reporting to the Group Finance Supervisor, you will play a key role in the effective operation of the Group’s Accounts Payable function. Your responsibilities will include supplier management, invoice processing, employee expenses, month-end cycles, and credit card analysis.
Key Responsibilities
- Process purchase ledger and expense invoices to ensure timely payments within agreed terms
- Monitor central mailbox and receipt all invoices
- Act as the point of contact for internal staff and external suppliers on AP matters
- Investigate and resolve purchase ledger queries
- Reconcile supplier statements
- Process monthly intercompany central recharges
- Prepare payment runs through to the bank
- Perform daily bank reconciliations and cashflow analysis
- Issue monthly financial reports
- Complete monthly credit card reconciliation
- Conduct monthly timesheet analysis and upload labour onto IFS
- Perform VAT checks on employee expenses and fuel spend
- Handle ad hoc finance administration tasks
Qualifications & Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office packages
- Highly numerate and literate with strong analytical skills
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills at all levels
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to plan, prioritise, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience
Full training will be provided; however, prior experience in the following areas is advantageous:
- High-volume Accounts Payable within a Shared Service Centre environment
- Working knowledge of VAT, CIS, and VAT Domestic Reverse Charge
- Familiarity with SAGE 50, XERO, or IFS Field Services Management
If you are interested, please get in touch for a confidential chat.