Finance Assistant

Robert Half are working with an renowned business based in Edinburgh to recruit a Finance Assistant on an permanent following a period of considerable growth in revenue. Our client is looking for an all-rounded Finance Assistant who can work well under-pressure within their friendly finance team, but with a particular focus on purchase ledger. The role is based in central Edinburgh and will work closely with the Finance Manager and Finance Director. Key responsibilities:Coding all invoices to the appropriate nominal codes.Inputting all invoices into the accounting system, ensuring department, detailed description, and sales number (when applicable) are included.Ensuring all invoices are properly authorised by the Finance Director before settlement.Ensuring all supplier accounts are settled by cheque or BACS.Addressing supplier queries and issues.Coding, processing, and settling all staff expenses and mileage claims.Coding and processing staff company credit cards.Coding all sales invoices to the appropriate nominal codes.Inputting all sales invoices into the system, ensuring department, detailed description, and valuation number (when applicable) are included.Ensuring receipt of payments from customers.Creating auction invoices.Processing post-auction offers.Managing payments from buyers, including in-person, bank transfer, card, and online payments.Updating the auction system when payments are received and emailing the relevant paperwork.Processing settlement statements and related payments according to our payment terms.Verifying vendors' account details to ensure addresses, bank details, and names are correct.Applying carriage charges when necessary.Ensuring appropriate paperwork and investigations are completed.Adding relevant charges to vendors' contracts, such as photography.Producing and issuing introductory commission agreements to vendors.Must have:At least 3 years accounting experienceCompetent on excelPro-active attitudePositive mind-setTeam playerSalary & Benefits£26,000 - £32,000 37.5 hours per weekThe salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to equal opportunity and diversity. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training.