Accounts Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Assistant

About the Opportunity:
Are you looking for an exciting role where you can thrive in a dynamic and growing environment? Our client, a highly respected leader in their industry, is seeking a motivated Accounts Assistant to join their bustling Finance team in Livingston. With the business experiencing a period of rapid expansion thanks to newly signed contracts, this is the perfect time to join and make a real impact.

As an Accounts Assistant, you'll be a vital part of the finance function, working closely with the Finance Manager and a collaborative team to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, accurate financial reporting, and support with various financial tasks.

What's in It for You?

• Competitive Salary: Earn up to £30k per year.


• Full-Time Permanent Role: Stability with room for growth.


• Top-Tier Benefits:




• Free on-site parking.


• A generous 5% employer pension contribution (above the standard).


• Modern, comfortable office space designed for productivity.


• Employer-funded social events and team outings to celebrate success.


• Free breakfast and occasional complimentary lunches to show appreciation for your efforts.




• Career Growth: Opportunities to develop new skills and grow professionally in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Purchase Invoicing: Process high volume of purchase invoices accurately and promptly using the internal ticketing and processing system (Lightyear).


• Sales Invoicing:




• Run daily sales invoicing and profit reports, review data, and provide insights to senior management.


• Generate and issue sales invoices using Xero accounting software.


• Update and reconcile daily consolidated customer reports.




• Banking & Cash Management:




• Assign daily sales to invoices in the finance system.


• Support the Finance Director with daily bank reconciliations and month-end reports.




• Month-End Duties:




• Reconcile customer portal reports.


• Prepare customer consolidation reports.


• Generate and issue C.I.S statements to suppliers where applicable.




• Ad Hoc Tasks: Provide additional support as required to meet team goals.

What You'll Bring:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.


• A calm and accurate approach under pressure, with the ability to meet deadlines.


• Excellent relationship-building skills with both internal and external stakeholders.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.


• Experience with accounting tools like Xero and Lightyear (a plus, but not essential).

If you're a detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to grow in the world of finance, this is your chance to join a company that values your contributions and offers you the platform to shine.

Take the next step in your career and apply today or email livingston@office-angels.com

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