Temporary Sales and Purchase Ledger Assistant Contract Type: Temporary with potential to go permanent Location: Edinburgh City Centre Hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm Pay Rate: 13.50 per hour Start Date: ASAP About the RoleWe''re recruiting on behalf of our client for a Temporary Sales and Purchase Ledger Assistant to join their finance team in Edinburgh. This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with solid ledger experience who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys taking ownership of financial processes.Key ResponsibilitiesSales Ledger Management: Raise and issue invoices, monitor outstanding balances, and ensure timely collections.Purchase Ledger Management: Process supplier invoices, manage payment runs, and handle regular refund payments.Credit Control: Monitor aged debt, follow up on overdue accounts, and maintain accurate records of communications.Bank Transactions: Post daily bank transactions and complete monthly bank reconciliations.Credit Card and Expenses: Reconcile credit card payments and manage the monthly expense claim process.Customer Service: Respond to internal and external queries related to sales and purchase ledgers, ensuring timely and professional resolution.Month-End Duties: Prepare and post relevant journals and reconciliations in line with month-end timelines.Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to streamline and automate ledger processes for greater efficiency and accuracy.Person SpecificationProven experience in sales and purcha