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Finance Assistant
Location: Duns, Scottish Borders
Working Pattern: Full-time, Permanent – Fully On-Site
Salary: Competitive, plus benefits package
Our client is looking for a proactive and detail-oriented Finance Assistant to join their growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience in transactional finance who enjoys working in a varied role and takes pride in maintaining accurate financial records. Reporting to the Finance Director, you will support the day-to-day running of the finance function, ensuring financial information is processed accurately, efficiently and in line with company procedures. The role covers purchase ledger, sales ledger, payroll, VAT, bank reconciliations and general finance administration.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the full purchase ledger process, including purchase orders, invoices, supplier statements and payment runs.
- Process and maintain the sales ledger, including raising invoices, allocating customer payments and managing credit control.
- Administer company credit cards and employee expenses.
- Prepare, reconcile and submit VAT returns.
- Complete daily bank reconciliations.
- Support the monthly payroll process, including HMRC submissions, pensions, CIS and electric car schemes.
- Set up new employees within payroll and issue associated HR documentation.
- Assist the Finance Director with monthly reporting, year-end processes and board reporting.
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About You
- Previous experience in a finance or accounts role.
- A good understanding of financial compliance and double-entry bookkeeping.
- Experience using accounting software such as Xero or Sage.
- Strong Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail with the ability to work accurately and independently.
- Strong organisational and time management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- A professional, honest and discreet approach when handling confidential information.


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What You'll Be Doing
Working closely with colleagues across the business and external stakeholders including banks, auditors, suppliers and customers, you'll play a key role in ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the finance department. You'll help maintain accurate financial records, support business reporting and contribute to strong financial governance across the organisation.
If you're an organised, motivated finance professional looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you.
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