Finance Assistant

Date posted: 1 June 2026Pay: £27,000.00-£29,000.00 per yearJob Description:Job Title: Finance AssistantLocation: Glasgow (Head Office & Bakery)Reports To: Group Credit Control ManagerJob Type: Full-TimeAbout McGhee’s Family Bakery:At McGhee’s, we’ve been baking for Scotland since 1936. As a proud, family-owned business based in Glasgow, we combine generations of tradition with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation. Supplying a wide range of fresh bakery products to major retailers, foodservice providers, and independent businesses across the country, we take pride in our craft and the people who make it possible.We're looking for a hands-on detail driven Purchase ledger Administrator to lead our accounts payable function and ensure smooth, efficient management of supplier payments across a fast-paced production environment.Role Summary:The Finance Assistant will support the smooth operation of the finance function by providing essential administrative and clerical support. This includes handling general financial administration, managing incoming calls and reception duties, maintaining accurate filing systems, and assisting with day-to-day finance processes.Key Responsibilities:Assist in maintaining and reconciling customer sales ledger accounts across multiple group entitiesProcess and accurately allocate incoming customer payments within agreed timescalesSupport credit control activities, including contacting customers regarding overdue invoices by phone and emailAssist with aged debt reporting, cash collection monitoring, and account analysisInvestigate and resolve customer account queries, invoice disputes, and payment discrepancies professionally and efficientlyRaise and process sales invoices, credit notes, and customer account statements in accordance with company proceduresMonitor customer credit limits and escalate potential credit risks or concerns appropriatelyBuild positive working relationships with customers and internal departments to support timely account resolutionMaintain accurate financial and administrative records in line with company standardsProvide administrative support including mail distribution, filing, document management, and telephone handling when requiredProvide Purchase Ledger support and departmental cover during periods of absence or peak workloadContribute to continuous improvement of finance administration processes and ways of workingEnsure confidentiality and professionalism when handling financial information and customer dataWhat You'll BringPrevious experience in a purchase ledger or accounts payable rolePrevious experience in a sales ledger, finance administration, accounts assistant, or similar roleBasic to intermediate IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and WordWorking knowledge of Sage 200 or similar accounting softwareExperience supporting credit control or cash collection activitiesUnderstanding of multi-company or group finance structuresExperience providing Purchase Ledger supportConfidence using spreadsheets for reporting and reconciliationsPersonal AttributesA willingness to learn and develop within a finance environmentStrong attention to detail with a high level of accuracyGood communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to manage workload effectively and prioritise tasks in a busy environmentComfortable working both independently and as part of a teamCustomer-focused approach with strong problem-solving skillsProfessional telephone manner and confidence communicating with customersGood organisational and time management skillsWhat We Offer:Company PensionLife AssuranceOn-Site ParkingStaff discount on bakery products29 days holiday (including bank holiday)Note: This role does not offer hybrid working and is full-time office based.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentBenefits:Company pensionEmployee discountFree parkingLife insuranceWork Location: In person