Assistant Accountant

Our client, a well‑established organisation based in Glasgow, is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join their growing finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated finance professional looking to broaden their experience within a supportive and collaborative environment.
The Role
Working as part of a busy finance function, you will play a key role in ensuring accurate financial reporting and maintaining robust accounting controls. You’ll support both monthly and annual reporting cycles and work closely with colleagues across the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Prepare and post monthly journals including depreciation, leasing, rent, rates, utilities, bank transfers and fixed asset movements
Assist with monthly management accounts and internal reporting
Maintain accurate schedules for fixed and leased assets, including reconciliation to ledger accounts
Complete monthly balance sheet reconciliations and highlight required actions
Support the preparation of annual financial statements
Provide financial accounting support to internal stakeholders
Manage distribution and follow‑up of corporate credit card statements
Reconcile loan accounts, including interest calculations
Contribute to continuous improvement within the finance team
About You
Minimum 3 years’ experience within a finance team
Strong understanding of double‑entry bookkeeping and accounting controls
Advanced Excel skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Proactive, organised and able to work collaboratively
Experience with NetSuite or within the social care sector is advantageous but not essential