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  • Job type

    Temporary
  • Location

    Ayrshire
  • Working Pattern

    Full-time
  • Specialism

    Part Qualified Accountant
  • Industry

    Manufacturing & Production
  • Pay

    £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.

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