Financial Administrator

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Financial Administrator to support a range of finance and administrative functions. This role requires strong organisational skills, accuracy in financial processing, and the ability to communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Please note, this role has a preferred start date of January 2026.

Hours: 9:00am – 5:00pm Mon to Fri

Hybrid: Working from home 1 x day per week (after probation)

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control:

Process and post incoming bank transactions using cash receipt journals
Establish new client accounts, ensuring completion of credit assessments and tax verification
Oversee credit limits and authorise release of orders placed on hold
Foster positive client relationships via telephone while managing credit control activities
Monitor aged debt to maintain minimal overdue balances within target thresholds
Identify and escalate recurring overdue accounts to senior leadership for resolution
Align monthly credit limit data with insurance reports, including discretionary coverage reviews

Reporting & Reconciliation:

Compile quarterly summaries of outstanding credit notes to inform commercial strategy and decision-making
Review customer account records and debt positions monthly in collaboration with management
Handle purchase ledger invoice processing and assist with inventory valuation across UK and EU regions
Maintain accurate records of foreign exchange activity, including logging and posting all related transactions
Execute month-end responsibilities such as journal entries, bank reconciliations, and cost analysis

Administrative Support:

Monitor shared email inboxes to ensure prompt and efficient communication
Maintain stock levels of office supplies and coordinate timely reordering
Manage the distribution of incoming and outgoing mail on a daily basis
Support weekly and monthly supplier payment processes, including coverage during team absences
Perform miscellaneous administrative tasks as assigned by management

You will have the following skills and attributes:

Ideally AAT qualified or working towards a relevant accounting qualification
Proven experience across Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, and Accounts Payable functions
Familiarity with ERP systems, with a preference for Microsoft Dynamics
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, including use of VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated stability and commitment in recent roles
Proactive and adaptable, with a willingness to learn and support wider team needs
High attention to detail paired with a positive, can-do attitude
Available to commence employment in January 2026 or potentially earlier

If you would like to be considered for this Financial Administrator role, then we would certainly welcome your Application!