Engage Talent Partners are working exclusively with our client to source and recruit a proactive and enthusiastic Accounts Assistant to join their team.
Our client operates in the oil and gas, nuclear and renewables sectors and you would be joining them during a very exciting time as their business experiences huge growth both in the UK and internationally.
This role will report to the Finance Manager and will provide administrative and finance support while ensuring tasks are completed accurately and adhering to departmental procedures within the finance department in their office, based south of Aberdeen.
Key responsibilities:
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date purchase ledger records, including invoice entry, correct coding and VAT treatment, purchase order matching, payment allocation and supplier statement reconciliation.
- Review and process employee expenses and company credit card transactions, ensuring correct approvals, receipts, and full compliance with internal policies and support monthly credit card reconciliations.
- Collect, verify and input staff timesheets into the accounting system swiftly and accurately, following up on any missing or incorrect information.
- Support month-end close activities by ensuring timely processing across areas of responsibility and assisting with account reconciliations such as bank and AP.
- Maintain organised digital and physical finance records that support internal control, audit readiness, and reporting requirements.
- Provide administrative and processing support across the finance team and liaise with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve documentation or payment queries
The successful candidate will have hands-on experience in accounts administration or purchase ledger work, with a solid understanding of how invoices, expenses and timesheets are processed within a finance environment. Confidence using accounting systems, ideally Microsoft GP or similar ERP software, is important, along with strong communication skills when working with colleagues and suppliers. The ideal candidate will also have strong attention to detail, organisational and time management skills, problem solving skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
This is a rewarding role offering excellent training opportunities, flexible working hours and a great working culture within a small close-knit team.
Please submit your CV for immediate review.