Accounts Assistant in Edinburgh

Accounts Assistant in Edinburgh

Edinburgh Full-Time 25000 - 30000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Wilkinson and Associates

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Manage invoices, supplier accounts, and assist with month-end processes in a dynamic finance role.
  • Company: Established organisation near Edinburgh with a collaborative finance team.
  • Benefits: Salary between £25,000 - £30,000, plus hands-on experience and professional growth.
  • Other info: Join a supportive team that values accuracy and clear communication.
  • Why this job: Gain valuable finance experience while working closely with industry professionals.
  • Qualifications: Previous finance experience preferred; strong Excel skills and attention to detail required.

The predicted salary is between 25000 - 30000 £ per year.

W&A is supporting an established organisation based just outside of Edinburgh to recruit an Accounts Assistant who will work closely with the Finance Business Partner and wider AP team.

This opportunity would suit someone organised, accurate and comfortable managing a varied transactional finance workload.

The Opportunity This is a hands-on role with exposure across accounts payable and wider finance operations.

You'll help keep supplier accounts, expenses, payment activity and intercompany recharges accurate and up to date, while also contributing to month-end and year-end processes.

Key Responsibilities Process invoices and check supplier statements.

Handle supplier queries and complete supplier statement reconciliations.

Ensure purchase ledger payments are allocated correctly.

Process credit card and cash expenses.

Prepare and post month-end credit card accruals and reconcile credit card accounts.

Provide daily bank balance updates for each company.

Raise ad-hoc payments as required.

Process intercompany recharge invoices.

Support year-end finance processes.

Assist the AP Team Leader with BACS runs, international payments and other payment activity.

Provide additional finance support and complete ad-hoc tasks as required.

Candidate Profile Previous finance experience is preferred.

Good Excel skills are required, alongside general computer literacy.

Working knowledge of Great Plains would be advantageous but is not essential.

Strong attention to detail and a consistently accurate approach to processing source documents.

Good organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a varied workload.

Clear and concise communication skills across different levels of the business.

A collaborative approach and willingness to adapt to and embrace change.

Credibility, professionalism and a dependable approach when sharing financial information.

No specific academic qualification is required for this role.

Package Salary of £25,000 - £30,000, dependent on experience.

Reasons to Join Gain broad exposure across accounts payable, expenses, banking, intercompany transactions and payment processes.

Work closely with the Finance Business Partner and AP leadership, offering useful visibility across the finance function.

Build practical month-end and year-end experience in a varied, hands-on role.

Join a team that values accuracy, collaboration, adaptability and clear communication.

To learn more or apply, please contact Laura Buchanan for a private and confidential discussion.

Alternatively, submit your CV and we'll be in touch.

Please note that, due to the volume of applications received, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Accounts Assistant in Edinburgh employer: Wilkinson and Associates

Join a dynamic and consumer-focused organisation that prioritises employee growth and development within its high-performing finance team. As a Finance Analyst, you'll enjoy a collaborative work culture that values insightful analysis and strategic decision-making, while also benefiting from ongoing learning opportunities and strong mentorship from experienced leaders. This fully office-based role offers the chance to make a tangible impact on business performance, ensuring your contributions are recognised and valued in a supportive environment.

Wilkinson and Associates

Contact Details:

Wilkinson and Associates Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Accounts Assistant in Edinburgh

Accounts Payable
Invoice Processing
Supplier Statement Reconciliation
Purchase Ledger Management
Credit Card Expense Processing
Month-End Processes
Bank Balance Updates