Job Description

The Original Baker is a leading manufacturer of premium sweet and savoury baked goods, expertly crafted using both traditional and cutting edge methods. Our growing team of over 100 employees shares a passion for upholding the highest standards of quality.

The Original Baker is part of the Olidor Group which has ambitious plans for sustainable, profitable business growth within the food sector. Olidor also includes Brusco Food Group, a leading supplier of the finest quality ingredients, Karimix, a manufacturer of premium pastes and sauces and Four Anjels, a manufacturer of high-quality artisan sweet bakery treats.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Finance Assistant to join our team, to play a key role in providing high quality transactional Finance administration services to The Original Baker.

In this role you will be responsible for processing invoices, managing expense reports and supporting accounts payable and receivable functions.

You will also be responsible for credit control to ensure continuity in credit management and customer account maintenance.

This is a great opportunity for someone with a passion for Finance wanting to develop a career in this industry.

Benefits

Workplace pension scheme 28 days annual leave including Bank & Public Holidays, 3 days to be used over the Christmas period Employee Assistance Programme Shopping discounts Casual dress Free Parking Colleague discount on our products

Hours

20 to 25 hours per week, 3 days on site. Flexibility is available on starting and finishing times, however on site presence is required.

Key Responsibilities and Duties:

Oversee the purchase ledger to ensure accurate record keeping. Process sales invoices. Reconcile supplier statements, resolving any discrepancies. Manage supplier payment schedules in line with agreed terms. Perform bank reconciliations. Manage customer and supplier invoice queries. Maintain accurate records of extended payment terms. Manage employee expenses and mileage claims. Helping to ensure that the Company is continuously audit ready with involvement in audit activities and year-end preparation.

Key Skills and Competencies:

Minimum 2 years Finance Administration experience. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships. IT literate including Finance systems and MS Office. High standards of numeracy and literacy. High levels of accuracy and attention to detail. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Strong customer focus. Well-organised with the ability to work at pace and meet multiple deadlines. Proactive, forward-thinking and confident about using initiative. Inclusive and collaborative approach. Growth mindset, enjoying change and thriving on variety.
Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 27,000.00 per year

Experience:

Financial accounting: 2 years (preferred)
Work Location: In person