Job Description

Role Overview

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a detail-oriented and proactive Finance & Purchasing Assistant to join a busy and supportive finance team. This role will focus on maintaining supplier ledgers across a group of companies, ensuring accurate and timely payments to suppliers. In addition, you'll provide administrative support to the Procurement Manager and contribute to the smooth running of purchasing activities.

This position is ideally suited to someone with experience in a fast-paced accounts environment who is looking to take on a varied and responsible role within a close-knit team.

Key Responsibilities

Match supplier invoices to goods received using MS Dynamics and post them accurately to the correct company ledger Provide administrative support to the Procurement Manager, including assistance with purchase order management Post daily payments and maintain accurate supplier ledgers Assist with the reconciliation of intercompany balances Process supplier and other payments as part of the month-end routine Prepare monthly supplier statement reconciliations and resolve any discrepancies Support the Finance Manager with reporting and other ad hoc tasks Undertake additional duties as required, where appropriate and within capability

Skills & Experience Required

Essential:

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a finance or accounts-based role Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy Good working knowledge of MS Excel (training on MS Dynamics will be provided) Excellent numeracy and literacy skills Organised, self-disciplined, and a confident communicator Ability to manage day-to-day tasks while meeting regular deadlines Comfortable working both independently and as part of a team

Desirable:

Experience within a manufacturing environment Familiarity with payments to overseas suppliers Previous use of ERP systems for processing purchase orders

Professional Expectations

The successful candidate will be expected to:

Demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and a positive attitude in all working relationships Adhere to company policies, procedures, and health & safety guidelines at all times Maintain confidentiality and ensure secure handling of company information and systems Support improvements in quality, efficiency, and sustainability across the business Build effective relationships with colleagues and contribute to shared team goals Be flexible and willing to take on additional tasks where safe and appropriate to do so

What's on Offer

This is a great opportunity to join a forward-thinking company based in the scenic Scottish Borders. You'll become a valued part of a collaborative team where your skills and contributions are recognised, and your professional development is supported.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 27,000.00-31,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Ability to commute/relocate:

Kelso TD5: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Experience:

Finance: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Location:

Kelso TD5 (preferred)
Work Location: In person