Assistant Finance Manager

Company: Connect Appointments
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Location: Livingston
Job Description:

Job Description

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Connect Appointments is recruiting an Assistant Finance Manager to join an established business based in Livingston.

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This is a hands-on role with real ownership: accounts payable, month-end, VAT returns, reconciliations and management accounts. You'll run the finance function independently when the Finance Manager is away, so it suits someone who's taken a full set of accounts from start to finish rather than worked purely transactionally.

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What's on offer?

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  • Full-time permanent position – office based
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  • Monday to Friday, 9am to 5:30pm
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  • Salary from 36,500+ per annum – depending on experience
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  • 32 days annual leave including statutory days
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  • Company pension and Employee Assistance Programme
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  • Free on-site parking, staff discounts and more
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As an Assistant Finance Manager, your duties will include:

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  • Managing accounts payable, supplier payments, expenses and reconciliations
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  • Completing month-end procedures including journals, accruals, prepayments and balance sheet reconciliations
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  • Preparing monthly management accounts, variance analysis, KPI and cash flow reports
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  • Preparing VAT returns and supporting reconciliations
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  • Performing bank reconciliations and supporting budgeting, forecasting and year-end audits
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  • Covering the finance function during the Finance Manager's absence
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To be considered as an Assistant Finance Manager, you will need:

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  • A minimum of 3 years' experience in a finance or accounting role
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  • Hands-on experience preparing a full set of accounts independently is essential
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  • Practical experience of month-end procedures and VAT returns
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  • Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail
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  • AAT qualified or studying towards ACCA or CIMA is desirable
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  • Experience with Microsoft Navision or Business Central is an advantage
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Interested in this Assistant Finance Manager role? Apply now or call us on 01506 449 944.

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Posted: October 23rd, 2026