Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited
Your new company
A well-established organisation in West Dunbartonshire is looking for a part-time bookkeeper to support their finance team for a minimum of 3 months but with the potential for extension. This temporary role is ideal for someone who enjoys structured financial work, can step in confidently, and is looking for a flexible three days per week position with meaningful responsibility.
Your new role
- Ledger maintenance – Updating purchase and sales ledgers, ensuring all entries are accurate and up to date.
- Bank reconciliation – Regularly reconciling bank accounts, investigating variances, and keeping financial records aligned.
- Invoice processing – Handling incoming and outgoing invoices, monitoring payment schedules, and resolving supplier or customer queries.
- Payroll assistance – Supporting monthly payroll preparation, checking timesheets, and processing staff expenses.
- General finance admin – Maintaining organised records, updating internal systems, and providing ad-hoc support where needed.
What you'll need to succeed
- Proven experience in bookkeeping or a similar finance role
- Strong, hands-on experience using Sage – This is a core requirement, and candidates must be confident navigating Sage for daily bookkeeping tasks.
- Excellent attention to detail and confidence working independently
- Ability to quickly adapt to new processes and contribute from day one
- A positive, collaborative approach suited to a small, busy finance team
What you'll get in return
- A minimum 3-month temporary contract, with strong potential for extension
- Flexible part-time hours (20-25 per week)
- Competitive hourly rate depending on experience
- Supportive team environment and hands-on involvement in core finance activities.
What you need to do now
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