Finance Administrator

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Finance/Admin Assistant to join a successful and growing manufacturing business in East Lothian. Reporting to the Group Financial Controller the role will support the day-to-day operation of the finance function with a particular focus on sales ledger, banking, financial admin and general ad hoc office support.

Key Responsibilities

Sales Ledger

* Maintain and update the sales ledger.

* Process sales invoices and credit notes accurately and within agreed timescales.

* Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies.

* Provide support to the credit control function.

* Respond to and resolve finance-related queries where required.

General Ledger & Financial Reporting

* Assist with the preparation of monthly and quarterly management information.

* Support the preparation of financial statements and management accounts.

* Assist the Finance Team with month-end processes and reconciliations.

* Identify and resolve discrepancies and variances.

Cashbook & Banking

* Complete regular bank reconciliations.

* Process credit card transactions and employee expenses.

* Maintain petty cash records and reconciliations.

Office Admin

* Answer telephone calls and respond to emails and welcome visitors.

* Manage calendars, book meeting rooms and coordinate appointments.

* Maintain accurate paper and electronic records.

* Update databases and prepare basic reports.

About You

* Previous experience in an accounts or finance admin role.

* Confident using Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word and Outlook.

* Experience using Sage or a similar accounting system.

* Experience working with ERP systems would be advantageous.

* Comfortable working to deadlines and managing multiple priorities.

* Ability to work confidently with financial information and identify discrepancies.

Key Working Relationships

* Financial Controller & Finance Team – supporting financial reporting, controls and day-to-day finance processes.

* Operational Teams – supporting accurate financial information, cost tracking and operational reporting.

* Logistics & Dispatch Teams – assisting with the reconciliation of invoicing, dispatch and delivery information
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed