Assistant Accountant

Robert Half are working with an exciting functional medical technology business based in Edinburgh to help recruit an Assistant Accountant on a permanent basis. This is a great opportunity to join a unique health tech company set for rapid expansion. You will play a significant role in the organisation's development and in turn will have the opportunity for career development and on-going learning. Reporting to the Financial Controller, our client is looking for someone with a proven track record in finance who is methodical, highly organised, results driven and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Key Role Responsibilities

• Manage internal financial accounting, monitoring and reporting systems. Inputting of invoices payable, invoices receivable and expenses on Xero.
• Monitor day-to-day finances including the reconciliation of financial transactions against bank statements and daily communications on financial queries from clients
• Issue client invoices based on agreed terms and cross checking invoices against orders.
• Record and reconcile commissions and affiliate payments.
• Create payment schedules of vendors, suppliers, commissions and service providers
• Monitor accounts receivable, produce weekly reports and perform credit control activities.
• Assist accountant in information gathering for annual accounts.
• Produce management reports on sales, invoices and credit control.
• Arrange company events and travel as required, ensuring budgets are accounted for.
• Assist across departmental functions as required during staff absences.

Requirements

• A proven track record in financial administration/bookkeeping
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Excel/GoogleSheets and able to produce reports
• Thorough attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Solid time management skills with the ability to prioritise.
• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• A rational thinker under pressure.

The salary range/rates of pay is dependent upon your experience, qualifications or training.

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