Accounts Assistant / Assistant Accountant

FinTech RS are recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant or Assistant Accountant to join our client based in Insch, Aberdeenshire. This is a full time position for maternity cover, starting ASAP and running for approx. 12-15 months.

A varied position covering sales and purchase ledgers, payroll and assisting with month end reporting, this is an excellent opportunity to join a well established local business, and would suit candidates who thrive in busy environments.

Main duties include:

• Responsibility for the Sales Ledger, which includes managing credit control, customer inquiries, job closures, sales invoicing and supporting the financial controller with cash flow predictions
• Responsibility for the Purchase Ledger, including purchase order system compliance, supplier reconciliations, payment run scheduling, and all purchase invoice processing.
• Completing bank reconciliations and making sure that all outstanding transaction are cleared by the deadline.
• Temporary cover for payroll processing when required, covering data validation from the clock-in/clock-out system, pension plan set up, and support for any queries relating to payroll and expenses.
• Maintain fixed asset registers and conduct balance sheet reconciliation on a monthly basis, and assist the Financial Controller with any other month-end reporting requirements as requested

Suitable candidates should have the following:

• Circa 3 years’ experience in a similar role, covering both Purchase and Sales Ledgers
• Experience with Xero is desirable, but not essential
• Comfortable working with Excel
• Strong communication and time management skills, with a proactive approach and ability to operate in a fast paced environment