Accounts Assistant

Our client is looking for a Part Time Accounts Assistant. Based in Aberdeen, the role is on a contract basis.

ROLE

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Part-Time Accounts Assistant to support our finance team. The successful candidate will be responsible for a variety of day-to-day accounting tasks, ensuring accurate financial record keeping and smooth operation of financial processes. This is a temporary role initially, however may have the opportunity to become permanent.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key Responsibilities:

• Process purchase invoices and credit notes
• Reconcile supplier statements and follow up on discrepancies
• Assist with bank reconciliations, enter bank receipt and ad hoc payments to Sage 50
• E-mail customers with Sales Invoices

Issue Customer Statements

• Maintain and update financial records
• Handle basic payroll tasks or liaise with payroll provider (if applicable)
• Respond to finance-related queries from suppliers or internal teams
• Support ad-hoc financial and administrative tasks as required

REQUIREMENTS

Essential:

• Proven experience in a similar accounts or finance role (at least 5 years)
• Strong working knowledge of Sage 50
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Basic understanding of bookkeeping and accounting principles
• Competent in Microsoft Excel and Word
• Ability to manage time effectively and work independently