Assistant Accountant
JOB_53262454699463Job type
TemporaryLocation
AyrshireWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
Part Qualified AccountantIndustry
Manufacturing & ProductionPay
£competitive
TEMPORARY ASSISTANT ACCOUNTANT- 4-WEEK CONTRACT
Your new company
A well-established and forward-thinking organisation in the energy sector is seeking a talented Assistant Accountant to join their team on a 4-week contract. This role is a 40-hour working week, with standard working hours being 8am-5pm.
Your new role
As Assistant Accountant, you'll play a crucial role in the smooth running of financial operations. This hands-on position involves purchase ledger management, reconciliations, credit control, and month-end processes. You’ll also support payroll, expense processing, and procurement while contributing to ongoing improvements across the finance function.
On a day-to-day basis, you will be responsible for:
- Maintaining purchase ledger
- Managing debtor accounts and ensuring timely collections
- Performing regular reconciliations for AR facilities, bank accounts, and credit cards
- Posting and allocating cash receipts accurately
- Supporting procurement by managing purchase orders
- Assisting with journal entries, accruals, and month-end financial processes
- Preparing payroll inputs and monitoring staff timesheets.
- Handling employee expenses in line with company policy
- Contributing to finance process improvements and ad-hoc projects
What you'll need to succeed
- Part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA) or equivalent experience
- Strong financial acumen and numerical skills
- Proficiency with Sage and Sage 200, Microsoft Excel, and finance systems
- A high level of accuracy and organisational ability
- Excellent communication skills and a team-first mindset
What you'll get in return
- Competitive salary of £35,000-£38,000 per annum
- The opportunity to join an innovative and expanding business committed to environmental responsibility
- Exposure to diverse financial tasks and technologies in a progressive work environment
- A supportive team culture that values growth, safety, and continuous improvement
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Assistant AccountantJOB_532624546994632025-06-232025-09-21
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