Accounts Assistant
Salary £ Competitive
Aberdeen
Vacancy listed 14/04/2025
Application deadline 18/04/2025
Details
Due to continued growth an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Accounts Assistant to join our Aberdeen base reporting to the Financial Controller (EMEA).

The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the purchase ledger operations of the organisation by managing accounts payable, performing data entry, and assisting with various accounting tasks. This position is ideal for individuals with a strong understanding of accounting software and a keen eye for detail.
Benefits

Private medical insurance , including dental and vision
Wellbeing package such as additional paid leave day per year, enhanced sick pay, lunch and learns and mental health first aiders.
Comprehensive, ongoing training and development programmes such as STR Academy
Bonus plan
Holiday purchase scheme
Social events
Charity/community events
Service awards
Competitive salary

Notes

Principal Accountabilities

Processing supplier invoices to Sage
Supplier statement reconciliations
Resolving supplier queries in an effective and timely manner
Actioning Supplier proforma invoices
Setting up new supplier accounts in line with company procedure
Reviewing the creditor ledger monthly to understand all overdue and/or negative balances
Support the weekly payment run process
Manage the processing of expenses and company credit cards
Adhere to all STR policies and procedures.
To carry out other duties as required.
Desired Qualifications and Educational Requirements

No specific qualification required, but experience of working as a purchase ledger clerk in a busy finance department is essential.

Job Knowledge and Experience

(Indicate the essential background qualifications, education, skills and aptitudes, specialist training and experience necessary to perform the job competently)

Previous experience of working in a busy finance team essential, Experience of Sage 200 and previous purchase ledger experience essential

Personal Skills / Competencies

Good excel skills
Excellent written and oral communication
Ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines
Self-starter with excellent attention to detail


This vacancy has now been closed