Finance Assistant

Description

Are you an organised and detail-oriented finance professional with a background in transactional processing and accounts administration? We’re recruiting a Finance Operational Assistant to join a dynamic and supportive public sector finance team for a 6-month contract.

This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-impact work within a respected national organisation that supports workforce development, digital innovation, and operational excellence in the health and care sector.

What You’ll Be Doing:
You’ll work as part of the Governance & Operational Finance Team, supporting the day-to-day management of:
Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
Expense processing and Treasury tasks
Invoice matching and query resolution
Customer and supplier account setup
Supplier statement reconciliations
Supporting internal and external audit reviews
You’ll rotate tasks alongside two other colleagues to ensure efficient, accurate processing and service delivery.

What We’re Looking For:
Essential Skills & Experience:
Previous experience in a finance or business support role
Knowledge of invoice processing and basic accounting principles
Strong administration and organisational skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365, particularly Excel, Outlook, and Teams
Ability to manage and prioritise workloads independently
Strong customer service approach and excellent communication skills
A flexible, proactive, and values-driven attitude

Desirable:
Experience in at least two of the following: Sales Ledger, Purchase Ledger, Payroll, Treasury, Expenses
Familiarity with eFinancials, PECOS, or similar finance systems
Experience within healthcare, social care, or education sectors
Knowledge of GDPR and handling sensitive data appropriately

Ready to apply?
If you have the skills, experience, and motivation to contribute to a high-performing finance team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to start your next meaningful assignment!

ASA Recruitment is one of Scotland’s largest independent multi-sector recruitment agencies. We specialise in providing effective tailored solutions for permanent, contract and temporary employment requirements for our Clients and Candidates. We are members of the REC and are ISO certified.

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