At a Glance
- Tasks: Support finance operations and assist with reporting for 23 branches across Scotland.
- Company: Join William Wilson, part of the Wolseley Group, a leading trade merchant.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, bonuses, generous pension, and health benefits.
- Other info: Full-time role with a positive workplace culture and career development.
- Why this job: Kickstart your finance career in a supportive environment with growth opportunities.
- Qualifications: Finance experience, strong Excel skills, and excellent communication abilities.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are William Wilson, a part of the Wolseley Group - a leading specialist trade merchant across the UK and Ireland. We pride ourselves in putting our people and customers at the heart of everything we do – and best of all, provide opportunities to develop skills and build careers through our award-winning Wolseley Talent Guild.
In addition to the competitive salary, there are also benefits on tap – including annual leave (increasing with length of service), a generous pension scheme (matched up to 9%), potential to earn bonuses, enhanced maternity/adoption leave and access to a great range of online and high street discounts. We also promote positive health and wellbeing by offering free access to healthcare, our popular YuLife app, our Cycle to Work scheme and more.
As an Accounts Assistant based in Aberdeen, you’ll be responsible for:
- Supporting 23 William Wilson branches across Scotland
- Assisting the Management Accountant & Finance Manager with weekly, monthly & ad-hoc reporting requirements
- Processing branch banking's and resolving any resulting queries
- Coding & processing direct debits, standing orders & online payments
- Preparation of bank reconciliations
- Petty cash management
- Recording of online payments and customer cheques received
- Preparation of weekly and monthly reports for management
- Monthly balance sheet reconciliations
- Maintenance of sundry sales ledger
This is a Full Time permanent position working 40 hours a week, Monday to Thursday 08.00am - 4.30pm with 1/2 hour lunch break.
And here’s what we’d like you to have:
- Prior finance related experience
- Ability to prioritise competing demands on time
- Experience of working to deadlines
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Strong Excel skills
- Flexibility – willing to learn a wide range of department procedures
We look forward to receiving your application!
Assistant Accountant employer: Wolseley
Wolseley is an exceptional employer that prioritises the growth and wellbeing of its employees, offering a competitive salary alongside generous benefits such as a matched pension scheme and enhanced family leave. Our vibrant work culture in Walton on Thames fosters collaboration and development through initiatives like the Wolseley Talent Guild, ensuring that every team member has the opportunity to thrive in their career while enjoying a healthy work-life balance.
