Finance Assistant Job at Edinburgh, Midlothian Full Time

Due to continued business growth, my client is seeking a Finance Assistant to join their finance team. This is a newly created role and an exciting time to join a business who are moving in the right direction and winning massive contracts across Scotland.

You will work closely with the Head of Finance, playing a key role in supporting both purchase ledger and sales ledger functions, while maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

This role comes with a high degree of flexibility, starting as a part-time role with the view to increase to full-time hours as the business grows. The role is virtually fully remote with an expectation to meet with the team 1-2 times per month in Edinburgh.

Key Responsibilities

Purchase Ledger

• Manage two shared email inboxes efficiently
• Oversee utility customer portals and liaise with utilities brokers
• Process supplier and utility invoices through the approval system
• Handle supplier queries via phone and email
• Maintain and update supplier records
• Prepare and process regular BACS payment runs

Sales Ledger

• Raise periodic tenant charges
• Process annual insurance recharges and monthly utility recharges
• Post daily income accurately
• Produce and issue arrears reports to clients
• Respond to tenant queries via phone and email

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Adaptability and willingness to learn
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines