Location: East LothianSector: ManufacturingStart: ImmediateDuration: 3 months (supporting busy year-end period)

A well-respected manufacturing firm in East Lothian is seeking an experienced Finance Assistant to provide vital support during a high-volume year-end period. This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly, established finance team and make an immediate impact.

Key Responsibilities

You will play a hands-on role across a variety of finance tasks, including:

• Accounts Payable: processing invoices, matching, batching, coding and payment runs
• Accounts Receivable: raising invoices, allocating payments, reconciling customer accounts
• Journals: preparing and posting journals as required
• Audit Support: assisting with documentation, reconciliations, and audit queries
• Managing Queries: acting as the first point of contact for internal and external finance queries
• Team Support: providing day-to-day assistance to the Finance Manager and Head of Finance

About You

We’re looking for someone who brings:

• Previous experience in a busy finance environment
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Good knowledge of accounting systems and Excel
• A proactive, helpful attitude and ability to manage deadlines

Why Apply?

• Join a supportive and well-regarded finance team
• Varied role where your input genuinely matters during year end
• Opportunity to gain experience within a respected manufacturing business