Finance Assistant
| Posting date: | 27 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £15.3 to £16.41 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | £competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 29 March 2026 |
| Location: | Glasgow, Glasgow, g2 7at |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4775197_1772210020 |
Summary
Your new company
A new opportunity has arisen for a Finance Assistant to join a well‑established organisation based in Glasgow City Centre. This role offers an immediate start on a 2-3-month contract with a strong view to becoming permanent. Just a short walk from local transport links, this is an ideal position for someone looking to build on their finance experience within a supportive and collaborative team. This is a full-time opportunity with standard hours being 08:30-17:00 Monday to Friday. This role is fully office-based, but after a period of probation, hybrid working can be offered.
Your new role
As Finance Assistant, you will play an integral role in the smooth running of the finance department. You will be responsible for a range of daily finance tasks, including:
- Completing bank reconciliations, ensuring the accuracy and integrity of financial transactions
- Managing the sales ledger, raising invoices, and maintaining customer accounts
- Processing accounts payable, including supplier invoices, payments, and handling queries
- Administering employee expenses, ensuring compliance and accurate recording
- Supporting with month‑end duties and assisting senior team members with reporting
- Providing general finance administration and ad hoc support to the wider team
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Previous experience in a Finance Assistant or similar finance role
- Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when handling financial data
- Strong communication skills and confidence dealing with internal and external stakeholders
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with accounting systems
- A proactive approach, with the ability to manage your workload effectively
What you'll get in return
You'll be joining a finance team that places real value on learning and development. With support from two qualified accountants and direct exposure to the Finance Director, you'll be encouraged to build new skills and gain experience across all areas of finance. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ambitious, eager to grow, and looking to take the next step in their finance career.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk