Accounts Payable Assistant - Remote Finance Role

About the Role

We are seeking a dedicated Accounts Payable Assistant to join our finance team in a remote capacity. As an Accounts Payable Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting our finance team with day-to-day transactional accounting activities. This position is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to build their experience in a collaborative finance function.

What You'll Do

• Perform daily bank reconciliations to ensure accurate financial records.
• Analyze and reconcile ledger accounts, maintaining precise financial data.
• Process a high volume of supplier invoices and nominal ledger receipts/payments efficiently.
• Prepare and submit payment runs and other ad hoc bank transfers as needed.
• Assist Financial Accountants with reporting and reconciliation tasks to support financial accuracy.
• Support the preparation of VAT returns and respond to payment and invoice queries from stakeholders.
• Generate and issue sales invoices while reconciling supplier statements and resolving discrepancies.
• Provide administrative support to the finance team as required.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a busy accounts or finance department is essential.
• Familiarity with accounting systems and processes is a must.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work accurately under pressure.
• Well-organized with the capability to manage and prioritize workload effectively.
• Clear and professional communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative team environment.
• A willingness to learn and contribute to a continually evolving process framework.
• Experience within property or real estate finance is desirable but not essential.

What We Offer

• 25 days of holidays per year plus 10 bank holidays and local public holidays in Scotland.
• Private Medical Insurance and Health Cash Plan.
• Pension scheme with employer contributions.
• Death in Service benefit for peace of mind.
• Employee Assistance Programme for support.
• Cycle to Work Scheme promoting healthy commuting.