Accounts Assistant

Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment are working with a well-established organisation based in Aberdeen to recruit an Accounts Assistant to their finance team. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive environment in a varied role with real scope to develop and progress your career.

This position would particularly suit someone who is looking to begin studying towards a professional accounting qualification and is keen to gain hands-on experience across accounts receivable and wider finance activities.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Finance Manager, you’ll play a key role in managing fee billing, collections, and credit control. Alongside this, you’ll support broader finance processes, reporting and continuous improvement initiatives across the team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Preparation and issuance of accurate invoices
• Managing direct debit processes and ensuring compliance
• Reconciling accounts, including adjustments and discounts
• Maintaining clear audit trails for all financial transactions
• Proactively managing collections to ensure timely payments
• Handling queries and resolving discrepancies
• Monitoring aged debt and escalating where required
• Producing regular aged debt reporting and analysis
• Supporting cash flow forecasting
• Assisting with month end, reconciliations and audit preparation
• Maintaining accurate records across accounts receivable

Background and Experience

• Experience within a finance role, ideally including credit control or accounts receivable
• Strong attention to detail and good systems skills
• Confident communicator with the ability to build relationships

Flexibility and Benefits

• 35-hour working week (full time)
• 37 days annual leave
• Competitive pension scheme
• Excellent progression and development opportunities
• Support towards professional qualifications
• Collaborative and supportive team environment

Next Steps

To apply please send a full CV.  For a confidential discussion or more information, please reach out to Leah McCrea at Cooper Parry Finance Recruitment at Leah.McCrea@CooperParry.com. Only candidates eligible to work in the UK will be considered for this role as no sponsorship is available.