Finance Assistant

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Salary

Up to £16.85 per hour + PAYE, pension, weekly pay

Posted

22nd May 2026

Job Reference

201988

Description

ASA Recruitment’s client, a Public Sector organisation in Edinburgh, is currently looking to recruit a Finance Assistant on a hybrid basis, on an initial 3-6 month contract (with potential extensions) on a rate of £16.85/hour PAYE (based on experience).

The Role:
The post holder will provide a service to support to the business providing a supporting role in delivering business systems and processes designed, developed, implemented and managed to deliver a cost-effective and efficient service.

Responsibilities:

  • Checking and verifying the validity and accuracy of documentation received for updating and setting up users and attributes within Unit4 ERP.
  • Monitoring IT incidents and service requests received through the Connect Portal.
  • Verifying Supplier data within Uni4 ERP.
  • Assisting with month and year-end processes.
  • Verifying data entry into Unit4 ERP.

Essential Experience:

  • Minimum of five National 5 (or equivalent) qualifications, including English and Mathematics or NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualifications or relevant experience.
  • Proficient in the use of IT packages including a windows-based finance package (i.e. MS Word, Excel and Outlook).
  • Experience in purchase order and invoice processing.
  • Excellent numeracy skills with the ability to analyse a wide range of information.

Desirable Experience:

  • Hold a financial qualification or be working towards this e.g. AAT, CAT
  • Experience in working with Unit4 ERP or relevant accounting system

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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