Job Title: Finance Administrator
Location: Barnsley, S75 3SP
Salary: £26,000 – £30,000 per annum
Job type: Permanent, Full time
While the role itself does not require you to have access to a vehicle the office is not serviced by public transport and as such you will need access to your own transport.
About us
Based In Barnsley, Morris and Son (Leeds) Ltd specialise in wholesaling clearance food, drink, and household products, some of which is short dated or is excess stock from the original manufacturer supplying into the value sector, independent retailers, main discount chains in the UK and also direct to the Consumer.
About the role
We are seeking a meticulous Finance Administrator to support the finance department with day-to-day financial tasks.
This role is ideal for someone with strong numerical skills, a good understanding of accounting principles, the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment and have a solid understanding of Sales, Purchase Ledger Processing and Credit Control procedures.
Key duties
1. Maintain and update the sales ledger, ensuring all invoices are processed accurately and efficiently in a timely manner
2. Process customer payments, allocate receipts correctly, and update the system accordingly
3. Credit control – Chase outstanding payments from customers via phone and email to maintain healthy cashflow
4. Maintain accurate accounts receivable records and ensure all transactions are correctly documented
5. Reconcile customer accounts, investigate and resolve any discrepancies
6. Manage customer account queries, liaise with internal departments to ensure prompt resolution
7. Assist in financial reporting tasks and support month-end procedures
8. Process credit card and cash transaction payments
9. Manage petty cash and maintain appropriate records
10. Maintain spreadsheets and produce reports
11. Assist with audits, both internal and external
12. Work closely with the Finance Team to keep everything running smoothly
13. Ad-Hoc duties to include assisting purchase ledger functions, filing and reception duties
About you
14. Proven experience in a sales ledger, purchase ledger, credit control or similar role
15. Experience of working with accounting software packages
16. Good knowledge of accounts receivable, accounts payable and credit control processes
17. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with an emphasis on providing an excellent level of customer service to our customers, suppliers, and internal teams
18. Good time management skills, including the ability to work to deadlines
19. Strong organisational skills with a prominent level of accuracy and attention to detail
20. Ability to work independently as well as part of a team
21. IT Skills. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)
What we offer
22. Company pension scheme
23. Health cash plan
24. Supportive and friendly work environment
25. Free on-site parking
26. Discount on products
27. Flexible working hours
28. 20 days annual leave, additional day for birthday plus bank holidays