About us
Saucer Solutions Ltd are a family run business based in Glasgow's east end. We supply various products and services to the construction industry and have been trading successfully for over 15 years. We value each team members contribution and value their opinions, enthusiasm and input to ensure the best experience for our employees and customers alike.
About the Role
This role is ideal for someone with a strong finance background who enjoys variety, autonomy, and the chance to shape how things are done. The role sits at the heart of our finance operations. It involves managing both accounts payable and receivable, managing our cash position, proactive management of trade debtors including chasing debt and escalating where necessary along with general support to the administration needs of the business.
Initially you'll work closely with another team member in finance who knows the business well and will support your onboarding. This role will be taking over from a team member who is retiring so you will need to be comfortable working under your own supervision.
Key Responsibilities
* Bookkeeping & Cash Management
* Use Sage to manage day-to-day bookkeeping
* Maintain up-to-date bank reconciliations and tax allocations
* Monitor and manage the cash position
* Accounts Payable & Receivable
* Manage aged debtors and creditors, ensuring timely payments and collections
* Flag any issues or risks early
* Clerical duties
* Assist with general clerical duties to ensure the general day to day smooth running of the company
* Continuous Improvement
* Suggest ways to improve financial processes and reporting
* Contribute ideas to help us become more data-driven in our decisions
What we're Looking For
* Experience working with Sage (or similar accounting systems)
* Excellent MS office skills
* Strong bookkeeping knowledge and attention to detail
* Self-motivated and confident working independently
* A collaborative and proactive communicator
* Enjoys solving problems and improving processes
* Great communication skills both verbal and written
* A minimum of 5 years proven track record in a similar role
The role includes but is not limited to:
· Processing supplier invoices and ensuring the accuracy of them by matching to purchase orders
· Proactive management of creditors including reconciliation of supplier statements
· Ensuring payment of supplier invoices in accordance with payment terms
· Ensuring customer invoices and statements are sent to customers throughout the month
· Cash flow management and forecasting
· Daily bank reconciliations
· Processing sales invoices
· Processing debtor receipts
· Maintaining debtor ledger
· Ensure all reporting deadlines are met, and all submissions are accurate
· Assisting handling incoming calls
· Perform general clerical duties
· Undertake any other duties which may be requested by management
What We Offer
* A full-time role.
* A negotiable salary depending on experience
* The chance to shape how the finance function evolves as the business grows
* A friendly team that values fun, creativity, and collaboration
* Free on site parking
* 4 x salary death in service scheme
* Company pension scheme
* Employee assistance programme
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £29,120.00-£34,580.00 per year
Benefits:
* Company pension
* Life insurance
* On-site parking
Work Location: In person