Finance Assistant
Location: Liverpool
Salary: £25,000-£28,000 per annum (dependent on experience)
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9 am-5 pm)
We are working with a client in Liverpool who is seeking a detail-oriented Finance Assistant to support their financial operations. This role focuses on managing purchase ledger and credit control processes, ensuring smooth and efficient workflows.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage the purchase ledger for one company, including matching delivery notes and purchase orders.
- Scan, save, and file supplier Proof of Deliveries (PODs) and reconcile statements.
- Input and reconcile invoices and payments within the accounting system.
- Handle supplier queries and payment requests via phone and email.
- Chase outstanding invoices with suppliers via phone, email, and letter.
- Raise customer invoices accurately and on time.
- Monitor customer debt and ensure timely payments are received.
- Respond to customer invoicing queries promptly and professionally.
- Provide POD copies to customers when required for payment processing.
- Assist with general finance and ad-hoc tasks as needed.
The Ideal Candidate:
- At least 1 year of purchase ledger experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and accounting software such as QuickBooks, Xero, or Sage.
- Strong organisational skills with a systematic, methodical approach.
- Excellent attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
- Confident communication skills and a proactive, can-do attitude.
- Comfortable making and taking calls when liaising with suppliers and customers.
Benefits:
- Salary: £25,000-£28,000 (dependent on experience).
- Holidays: 20 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
- Extras: Pension scheme, sick pay, free onsite parking, tea and coffee, and other company benefits.
Application Process
- Stage 1: Initial 30-minute MS Teams interview.
- Stage 2: Onsite visit to meet the team and participate in a scenario-based interview.
No further stages are anticipated, and we aim to make the process efficient.
Additional Requirements:
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK.
If you're ready to bring your skills to a thriving team, apply now to take the next step in your finance career!