Accounts Receivable Assistant

Ipsen; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd in Wrexham is seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our Finance Shared Service Centre. You will maintain accurate customer accounts and support cash flow management, handling invoices, payments, and reconciliations.

The role offers hybrid working, development opportunities, and a collaborative environment in a growing biopharma setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a similar role in a large, complex business, or a recent Finance-related graduate.
• Ideally some experience of SAP or similar systems.
• Fluency in another European language would be ideal but not required

Responsibilities

• Prepare and issue customer invoices, credit notes, and refunds in line with company policies.
• Allocate incoming payments and resolve unallocated amounts promptly.
• Maintain and reconcile the sales ledger with the general ledger.
• Manage month-end close activities, including posting journals and sales accruals.
• Handle customer queries and elevate overdue invoices to reduce outstanding balances.
• Ensure compliance with internal controls and relevant tax regulations (VAT)

Skills

Attention to detail

Cash flow

Education

Finance related degree

Tools

SAP

Job description

Title:

Accounts Receivable Assistant

Company:

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

Join our Finance Shared Service Centre team as an Accounts Receivable Assistant , where you’ll play a key role in maintaining accurate customer accounts and supporting cash flow management. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail and a passion for finance to contribute to the financial health of our organization.

Key responsibilities:

• Prepare and issue customer invoices, credit notes, and refunds in line with company policies.


• Allocate incoming payments and resolve unallocated amounts promptly.


• Maintain and reconcile the sales ledger with the general ledger.


• Manage month-end close activities, including posting journals and sales accruals.


• Handle customer queries and elevate overdue invoices to reduce outstanding balances.


• Ensure compliance with internal controls and relevant tax regulations (e.g., VAT).

Knowledge, skills & experience:

• Experience in a similar position from a large complex business or a recent graduate of a Finance or related course


• Ideally some experience of SAP or similar systems


• Fluency in another European language would be ideal but not required

You’ll be part of a collaborative team that values accuracy, efficiency, and continuous improvement. We offer hybrid working options, opportunities for development, and the chance to make a real impact on our financial operations.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.