· Proven experience using Xero accounting software, with preference given to candidates who are proficient or certified users.
· Solid understanding of sales and purchase ledger processes, including accurate posting, reconciliations, and month-end close procedures.
· Strong discipline in transactional posting consistency, including clear, accurate narrative and descriptions to maintain a robust audit trail for audit readiness.
· Knowledge of supplier payment cycles and experience preparing and processing batch payment runs in line with agreed credit terms.
· Hands-on credit control experience, including timely customer statement sending, proactive chasing of overdue debts, and maintaining positive customer relationships.
· Experience monitoring short-term working capital and cashflow management, including monitoring daily bank positions and forecasting upcoming needs, making senior management aware of any risks ahead.
· Proactive approach to reviewing, challenging, and improving existing processes to drive efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.
· Strong reconciliation skills, including bank, supplier, and customer accounts, ensuring discrepancies are promptly investigated and resolved.
· Ability to work to deadlines, while maintaining high attention to detail and accuracy.
· Confident communicator with the ability to work collaboratively across finance, operational teams and external auditors and finance specialists.
· Problem-solving mindset, able to identify issues, suggest improvements, and follow through on agreed changes.
· Familiarity with compliance requirements, such as VAT treatment and preparation.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £30,000.00-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Education:
* A-Level or equivalent (preferred)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (required)
Location:
* Sheffield S4 7WZ (preferred)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Sheffield S4 7WZ