Job Description

Location:

Warrington, WA2 8UA - Office Based

Industry:

Manufacturing / Engineering

Reports To:

Financial Controller

Job Type:

Part Time / Permanent - 20 hrs per week (flexible)

Salary:

24,000 - 28,000 (FTE based on 37.5 hrs)

Job Overview:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team in a small manufacturing business. This role takes full ownership of the accounts receivable responsibilities, supporting the Financial Controller in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring timely customer payments.

Key Responsibilities:

Monitor customer accounts and follow up on outstanding payments in line with credit terms. Allocate incoming payments accurately to customer accounts. Reconcile customer statements and resolve any billing or payment queries. Maintain up-to-date records of customer accounts and contact details. Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure accurate invoicing and resolve discrepancies and disputes. Assess customer credit risk and maintain stop lists Maintaining past due debt, initiating verbal contact with customers and documenting progress Generating and issuing intercompany recharges Assist with month-end processes including revenue reporting and aged debt analysis.
Support the Financial Controller with ad hoc finance tasks, data analysis and cash flow reporting.

Assist in developing and maintaining financial procedures.

Assisting with the generation and issue of customer invoices based on sales orders and delivery confirmations. Providing additional administrative support as required, to include but limited to VAT, expense processing. Providing cover for 'Accounts Payable' as and when required.

Skills & Experience Required:

Previous experience in a finance or accounts role, ideally with a focus on accounts receivable. Good understanding of invoicing, credit control, and cash allocation processes. Proficiency in accounting software (e.g. Sage 50, Xero, or similar). Strong Excel skills (e.g. formulas, pivot tables). Excellent attention to detail and time management. Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Knowledge of UK VAT and invoicing requirements.

Desirable:

AAT Qualification (or working towards). Experience in a manufacturing or SME environment. Familiarity with ERP or stock management systems.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 18,515.22-28,270.81 per year

Expected hours: 20 per week

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Sick pay
Experience:

Accounts receivable: 3 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person