Finance Assistant

Change Accountancy & Finance is delighted to be partnering with a well-established Edinburgh based organisation to recruit an experienced Finance Assistant to join its finance team.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a stable and growing business operating across multiple entities. Reporting directly to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day running of the finance function and ensuring the smooth processing of financial transactions. They offer flexibility with this position, which can be worked either full-time (35 hours per week) or on a part-time basis of 28 hours per week.

Working within a busy and collaborative finance team, you will support a broad range of accounting and bookkeeping activities, including reconciliations, payment processing, month-end support and credit control. This role would suit an experienced finance professional who enjoys a varied workload and can confidently manage multiple priorities.

• Process supplier invoices and maintain accurate purchase ledger records.
• Assist with month-end accounting activities.
• Perform bank and credit card reconciliations.
• Reconcile supplier accounts and investigate discrepancies.
• Allocate receipts and prepare supplier payment runs.
• Process intercompany transactions and recharges.
• Support payroll administration and associated finance tasks.
• Proactively manage outstanding debtors and assist with collections.
• Maintain accurate financial records and supporting documentation.
• Provide ad hoc support to the Finance Manager and wider finance team.

We are keen to speak with candidates who have strong bookkeeping and transactional finance experience and who are looking to join a supportive and fast-paced business environment.

• Minimum 5 years' experience within a Finance Assistant, Accounts Assistant or Bookkeeping role.
• Strong knowledge of accounting processes and controls.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and wider Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
• Confident communication skills and a proactive approach.

• Competitive salary of £30,000.
• Employer pension contribution.
• Employee benefits and discount schemes.
• Free parking.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.

Please note:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK as sponsorship is not available.