Finance Assistant

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment are supporting a family‑owned business based in Peterhead as they look to appoint a Finance Assistant. This is a brilliant opportunity to join a friendly, close‑knit team in a stable and growing organisation. The role is full time and permanent, with flexibility available for the right person, including four‑day working weeks or school hour arrangements.

You’ll support the Finance Director across day‑to‑day finance tasks, month‑end processes, and wider business reporting. It’s a hands‑on role with variety, plenty to learn, and the chance to play a key part in keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Responsibilities will include:

• Processing and distributing sales invoices
• Inputting bank transactions into the ERP system
• Managing and analysing company credit card spend
• Processing and posting purchase invoices
• Preparing supplier payments (BACS and ad hoc)
• Updating sales and purchase ledgers
• Issuing customer statements and supporting month end
• Credit control – chasing overdue payments by email and phone
• Managing the accounts inbox
• Supporting stock cycle counts and year end counts
• Working with budget holders on forecasts and updates
• Month end tasks and liaising with external accountants
• Producing ad hoc reports and analysis for the senior leadership team
• Updating spreadsheets and databases

We’re looking for someone who:

• Experience in a similar role
• Strong attention to detail and good analytical skills
• Confident with Microsoft Office

• Full time and permanent position
• Options for a four‑day week
• School hour patterns also considered
• Supportive, family run environment with a collaborative team

To apply please send a full CV. For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Leah McCrea at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment at  Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.