Job Description:
We are currently seeking an experienced Accounts Payable Specialist to join the team at a leading professional services firm based in Edinburgh. Proven accounts payable experience and strong problem-solving and analytical skills are a must for this role.
Skills/Experience:
Proven experience of Accounts Payable with confirmed strong accounting and/or finance background
Excellent attention to detail, professional attitude, reliability, and be a team player.
Experience maintaining relationships with 3rd party vendors, including issue resolution and processing improvements.
Ability to quickly adapt to new situations and environments in a constantly evolving workplace.
Communicate effectively with various levels of management and across cultures.
Core Responsibilities:
Provide the day-to-day support of accounts payables duties for the assigned vendors.
Accurately process invoices in compliance with defined A/P procedures
Establishing and managing relationships with new and existing vendors
Process travel-related invoices and expense reports accurately and promptly.
Verify and reconcile travel expenses with supporting documentation.
Assist in month-end closing activities and prepare reports as needed.
Prepares month end journal entries and reconciliation for related accounts.
Benefits:
A highly competitive salary
Wider Benefits package
Core-Asset Consulting is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from everyone irrespective of age, disability, gender, gender identity or expression, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital/civil partner status or pregnancy.
Job reference: 16174
To apply for this vacancy applicants must be eligible to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.
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Main Duties Include:
Provide support to the business services team in managing daily financial tasks
Perform accurate data entry and maintain comprehensive financial records
Assist in preparing financial reports and reconciliations
Help with processing accounts payable/receivable
Ensure compliance with accounting principles and regulations
Data Entry and Transaction Processing:
Enter daily financial transactions, including invoices, receipts, and expenses
Update and maintain accounting records in accounting software and Excel
Track and reconcile bank statements and client accounts
Assist with processing accounts payable and receivable, ensuring invoices are paid or collected in a timely manner
Financial Reporting:
Assist in preparing financial reports, such as balance sheets, income statements, management accounts and tax returns
Prepare and process monthly journals including accruals and prepayments
Conduct variance analysis as needed to support financial reviews
Reconciliations:
Perform routine reconciliations of bank accounts, credit card statements, and general ledger accounts
Identify discrepancies and resolve or escalate them accordingly
VAT Return Preparation and Compliance:
Communicate with clients to gather financial information and resolve basic queries
Provide updates to clients regarding the progress of accounts/reports
Communicate with clients to chase in records
Administrative Support and Client Interaction:
Maintain organised filing systems for all financial documents
Assist with special accounting projects as assigned by senior staff
Manage email communication/correspondence and general enquiries
Process Improvement:
Identify opportunities to streamline financial processes to improve accuracy and efficiency
Collaborate with other departments to resolve accounting-related queries
Training:You will complete the level 4 Professional Accountant Programme on day release from the employer for 15months.
Modules will include:
Applied Accounting
Drafting Financial Statements
Internal Accounting Systems
Business Tax And Personal Tax
Attending the EMA hub for classroom sessions delivered by specialist trainers.
You will be supported by a dedicated mentor through your portfolio of work and end point assessment.Training Outcome:
Opportunity to progress into a full time position within the team upon completion of the apprenticeship programme
Employer Description:At Nuvo, our purpose is clear: to empower and elevate your financial journey. As trusted advisors, we’re here to help you achieve clarity, confidence, and growth in your business.
Twenty years ago, we started as a small accounting firm dedicated to local businesses. Today, we’re still that dedicated team, but now with expanded services and a mission beyond numbers — to provide an exceptional client experience and a culture of partnership. We aim to show that it’s possible to deliver real value to clients, employees, communities, and beyond, in a sustainable, meaningful way.
In the future, we hope people won’t think of us as just another accountant. Instead, they’ll know Nuvo as a true partner in their success.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.30am - 5.00pmSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
I’m working with an international company based near Amsterdam’s Zuidas, looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to handle day-to-day accounting tasks across multiple international entities.You’ll manage accounts payable/receivable, bank reconciliations, invoice processing, and general bookkeeping. The role also involves supporting monthly and annual financial reporting, VAT returns, and contributing to process improvements.Perks & Benefits:
Salary €3,250–3,750 per month32–40 hours per week, hybrid working (minimum 3 days in-office Monday–Thursday, Friday remote)Flexible start times from 7:30am26 holidays plus pension contributionOpportunity to grow into Assistant Controller or Controller roles with international responsibilities (UK, US, France, Switzerland, Germany, Italy, Spain, Denmark)
Your Experience:
HBO-level education in Finance (e.g., Business Economics, Accountancy)Minimum 3 years relevant accounting experienceStrong Excel skills and familiarity with financial softwareFluent Dutch and English
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