Finance Assistant

Your new company

Hays are recruiting for an established and community-focused housing association in Glasgow. They are seeking a detail-oriented and organised Finance Assistant to join their busy team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a finance background who's looking to make a real impact in a meaningful sector. This role is a 35-hour working week, with standard working hours being 9am-5pm.

Your new role

On a day-to-day basis, you will be responsible for:

• Accurately bank and post payments to owners' accounts
• Update the cashbook and complete regular bank reconciliations
• Process telephone payments and maintain clear payment records
• Manage deposit transactions, including refunds and common charge reconciliations
• Ensure timely invoicing for factored owners and tenants (commercial and mid-market rent)
• Perform customer account reconciliations upon tenancy termination
• Make arrears phone calls and support debt collection processes in line with regulations
• Liaise with solicitors and internal departments regarding property sales and ownership change.

What you'll need to succeed

• Previous experience in a finance or accounts-based role
• Knowledge of bank reconciliation and accounts receivable processes
• Excellent attention to detail and strong numerical skills
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and stakeholders
• A proactive and positive attitude, with confidence in working both independently and in a team

What you'll get in return

• An opportunity to work within a meaningful and impactful sector
• Hybrid working one day a week from home
• A supportive and friendly team environment

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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