Finance Administrator, Accounts Receivable
Role based in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire
We are looking for:
The position we are seeking to fill is a Finance Administrator – Accounts receivable to support the finance function through the administration of the Accounts Receivable activities covering 3 of our UK sites.
At Pharmaron we offer:
1. Vibrant and dynamic employment – we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy – our future is strong and exciting!
2. Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster!
3. A great team where we all support each other – enjoy your work – after all you spend about a third of your time here!
Key roles and responsibilities:
The successful candidate will have responsibilities for:
4. Raise and distribute sales invoices and credit notes in multiple currencies.
5. Respond to and deal with internal and external enquires relating to accounts receivable activities.
6. Monitor the accounts receivable ledger and maintain clients' portals and upload invoices.
7. On weekly basis, produce accurate debtor's report and reconciliation reports.
8. Update banking transactions onto cashbook and reconcile
9. On a weekly basis, produce the Cash Collections/Forecast report and input as required into the preparation of the cash flow forecast.
10. Monitor and redirect, as appropriate the Finance In box.
11. Produce, monitor, distribute and follow up on "missed milestone" report.
12. Monitor and report cash invoicing for projects showing 100% complete.
13. Filing and other administration tasks and housekeeping as required.
14. Chasing and reducing the debt.
15. New Customer Account set up as required.
16. Any other ad-hoc duties as required within the finance department.
Requirements:
Essential:
17. 3 years’ experience in relevant role within a fast-paced finance department with sound knowledge of sales ledger processes
18. Experience of accounts receivable
19. Access Dimensions/Similar ERP system
20. Solid understanding of basic accounting principles, fair credit practices and collection regulations
21. Proven ability to calculate, post and manage accounting figures and financial records
22. Data entry skills and numeracy skills
23. Proficient in Excel with good working knowledge of other MS Office packages
24. Well organised and able to prioritise concurrent deadlines
Desirable:
25. Further education qualification in Finance, Accounting or Business Administration, or an Accounting Qualification (e.g. AAT)
26. Access Focal Point
Our Company: “We are a dynamic, fast-growing company, with an enviable reputation for leading edge science, offering contract research services to some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, solving what were believed to be unsolvable scientific challenges”.
We believe in our ability to relentlessly push forward the boundaries of scientific excellence, delivering solutions for our clients, always operating ethically and with integrity. We take pride in our professionalism and commitment to always deliver our very best work.
Pharmaron acquired the Hoddesdon campus, consisting of several purpose built scientific and administrative buildings together with a purpose-built conference area in February 2017. The research building has more than 5,000m2 of premier R&D space and houses an established Process Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry and Drug Discovery teams. In addition, a Formulation Development team was also recently established. The Hoddesdon site has state-of-the-art Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standard facilities for the development of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), Formulation Development (FD) and Process Chemistry (PC).
27. We offer a competitive salary and a progressive and comprehensive suite of employee benefits.
28. We offer state of the art working environment on site.
29. We offer the opportunity for growth and development and will support funding for relevant training and development programmes.
Why Should You Apply?
30. This is an opportunity for you as a Finance Assistant to make a real impact in a highly scientific and regulated environment, demonstrate leadership, ambition and the desire to grow with the department.
31. Build and shape your career in an environment that sets and commits to the highest standards.
32. To be part of a team who support each other, embrace and solve technical challenges and put excellence at the heart of all that we do.