Cash Allocations Representative - Paisley, United Kingdom - Thermo Fisher Scientific

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Verified Company

Paisley, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Position Summary
We have a great opportunity to join a global company in this junior role in our lively Finance centre. Language skills in French, Italian, German or Spanish would be useful but it's not a requirement.

Working as part of a small team, the role will be responsible for the day to day recording of cash receipts for the allocated countries ensuring the cash is applied onto the accurate account/invoice.

The role has a wide outreach, both to our customers and to internal teams and colleagues.

Key Responsibilities:

Daily monitoring of incoming cash and processing of all allocated Bank Receipts
Recording cheque receipts, log cheques with bank, follow through until receipt into the account
Processing Direct Debits and liaise with Treasury teams to ensure end to end approval
Investigating and resolving any discrepancies or queries
Ensuring sufficient documentation is maintained to trace all transactions and maintain reconciliation
Performing month end activities, e.g. account reconciliation, month end close and reporting
Collaborating closely with the credit control team to discuss any unallocated payments
Contacting customers to acquire remittances or resolve outstanding cash entries
Reviewing and actioning any Unallocated Cash amounts on a regular basis
Ensuring the performance of tasks is carried out in line with company policies, internal controls and Sarbanes-Oxley requirements.
Various ad hoc tasks as assigned by Team Leader

Requirements:

Good communication skills and tact in troubleshooting problems and updating on status
Initiative and organisation skills
At least a couple years' previous experience ideally operating in a busy accounts or finance function
Strong attention to detail and accuracy as well as strong time management
Excellent digital literacy and knowledge of the Microsoft Office software (Outlook, Excel, Word, etc.)
Proficiency in French, Italian, German or Spanish would be an advantage

What We Offer:

Terrific entrylevel role, with promotion opportunities both within the team and in the wider business
Working for a global company alongside dedicated and experienced colleagues
Annual incentive scheme and good benefits
Onsite gym