Accounts Assistant/credit Controller - Shrewsbury, United Kingdom - The Black Cat Talent Co.

The Black Cat Talent Co.

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Shrewsbury, United Kingdom

1 week ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Our client are leading experts in Facilities Management, Building Services and Process Engineering.

Established in 1990, they have developed enviable knowledge and expertise that allows them to deliver a truly integrated service to their clients.

We are currently recruiting for an Accounts assistant/Credit controller based at Head Office in Shrewsbury. This is a full time position, hours being worked Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.

In this role, you will be working closely a team of five members within the finance department, our main duties will include:

Credit Control

Completing new customer checks, authorisation and correct set up on the company's systems

Chase debt as it falls due and maintain accounts within terms.

Set realistic KPI'S for debt management with FC and report on a regular basis

Provide feedback to FC and Account Managers on credit control or invoicing issues

Liaise with customers and account managers to resolve issues in a timely and efficient manner

Ensure credit notes are authorised and raised to avoid payments delays

Ensure payments are allocated to invoices and ledger is complete

Issue customer statements monthly or as required by customers

Manage & maintain customer credit limits in line with a customer credit status report for director's review

Administer CCJ's, resolve any overdue issues with Directors to safeguard cash collection
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Cashflow/Banking
Cashflow management and reconciliation of all company bank accounts

Manage a rolling cash receipt forecast to support the Company cashflow decisions

Manage daily update of cashflow for FC

Manage the Santander drawdown facility based on instructions from FC/FD

Maintenance and reconciliation of Company credit card spend

Maintenance and reconciliation of Petty Cash
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Sub-contractors

Maintain and manage sub-contractors, ensuring all paperwork is correct and complete and processed on the company systems to ensure payments are processed on time.

Including ensuring insurances and certificates are valid and up to date as part of the companies on boarding process.

Check and set up new company suppliers and sub-contractors ensuring they are compliant with all internal and external policies.

Meta-dating/data entry, to be completed daily
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Month End Reporting
Assist finance team with various month end processes in line with strict deadlines, including but not limited to:

Balance Sheet reconciliations

Journals for corrections, allocations, or provisions Process & reconcile fixed asset transactions Assist with backlog of supplier invoice processing Supplier statement reconciliations Overhead variance analysis
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Other Compliance will company policies and procedures Suggest new ideas to improve the efficiency and output of the finance department, while enabling own personal growth and supporting the development of the team. Suggest new ideas to help internal customers within the business to plan business activities with relevant and reliable financial information & promote continuous improvement Maintain regular consistent and professional attendance, punctuality, personal appearance, and adherence to relevant health & safety procedures. _This list is not exhaustive. You may be required to complete tasks not listed above in your day-to-day workload._

Essential Criteria:

Strong administration and organisation abilities
Extensive knowledge in Excel
Experience with SAGE accounts
High level customer service and communication skills
Experience in the following areas: Sales ledger

Purchase ledger Credit control Remittance advices Flexible working arrangements may be discussed at interview.

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent

Salary:
£22,000.00-£23,000.00 per year

Benefits: