Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant

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• Location: Fife, Scotland
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• Job Type: Full-Time, Temporary
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• Salary: DOE
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Reed Accountancy are currently working with a growing organisation who are seeking a temporary Accounts Assistant to join their team. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the finance function by managing day-to-day activities across purchase ledger, sales ledger, and cash management in addition to efficient operations and month-end reporting.

With the view for this to last an initial 3-months, this position would suit a candidate who is immediately available or holding a short notice.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities:

Purchase Ledger:

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• Processing supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner
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• Matching invoices to purchase orders and delivery notes
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• Maintaining supplier accounts and ensuring statements are reconciled
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• Preparing and processing supplier payment runs
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• Responding to queries and maintaining relationships
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Sales Ledger:

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• Raising sales invoices and credit notes
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• Ensuring customer accounts are maintained accurately and kept up to date
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• Monitoring outstanding balances and supporting credit control
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• Allocating customer receipts and resolving misallocations
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Cash & Bank:

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• Performing daily cash and bank reconciliations
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• Monitoring cash movements and posting relevant journals
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• Assisting with petty cash and expense claims
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General Finance:

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• Assisting with month-end processes including accruals, prepayments, and ledger reconciliations
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• Supporting the Financial Controller with ad hoc reporting and analysis
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• Maintaining accurate and organised financial records
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• Contributing to process improvements across the finance function
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Required Skills & Qualifications:

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• Experience in an accounting role
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• Proficiency in financial accounting software
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• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
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• Great attention to detail
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Benefits:

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• Hybrid working
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• Flexitime
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• Opportunities for growth and development
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• Subsidised gym membership
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