Full job descriptionAccounts Assistant - Temporary
Glasgow | 3-Month Temporary Contract (Sickness Cover)
£28,000 - £30,000 (Pro Rata)


THE ORGANISATION


This established and growing business is seeking a Temporary Accounts Assistant to support its finance team during a period of absence. Operating within a fast-paced environment, the organisation prides itself on delivering high standards, maintaining accurate financial records, and fostering a collaborative working culture.


THE ROLE


The Temporary Accounts Assistant will play a key role in supporting the day-to-day finance function, ensuring financial transactions are processed accurately and efficiently. This is a hands-on position that requires strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage a varied workload.


Key responsibilities include:
*Processing purchase invoices and maintaining the purchase ledger.
*Raising sales invoices and supporting the sales ledger function.
*Reconciling supplier statements and resolving invoice discrepancies.
*Processing bank transactions and completing regular bank reconciliations.
*Assisting with payment runs and cash allocation activities.
*Maintaining accurate financial records and supporting document management processes.
*Supporting month-end activities through reconciliations and transactional reporting.
*Liaising with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve finance-related queries.
*Providing general administrative support to the wider finance team as required.


THE IDEAL CANDIDATE


*Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant or similar transactional finance role.
*Good understanding of purchase ledger, sales ledger, and bank reconciliations.
*Strong attention to detail with a high level of accuracy.
*Effective organisational and time management skills.
*Confident communicator with the ability to build positive working relationships.
*Competent user of Microsoft Excel and accounting systems.
*Able to work independently and prioritise workload in a busy environment.
*Available to commit to a 3-month temporary assignment.


ON OFFER


This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a busy and supportive finance team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will gain valuable experience within a well-established business while contributing to the smooth running of the finance function.


*Salary of £28,000 - £30,000 (pro rata).
*3-month temporary contract.
*Office-based role in Glasgow (4-5 days per week).
*Supportive and collaborative team environment.
*Immediate start opportunity.
*Exposure to a varied and fast-paced finance function.


iMultiply is committed to diversity and will promote diversity for all employees, workers and applicants. iMultiply will treat everyone equally and will not discriminate on the grounds of an individual’s protected characteristics. If you like the look of this vacancy and think you could perform the role, but don’t meet every requirement, we would still encourage you to apply. Research shows that some individuals are less likely to apply unless they meet every criterion; however, potential and willingness to learn are equally important.