Assistant Accountant

Salt Separation Services Limited; Rochdale; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pension scheme (Aviva)

Company Bonus Scheme

Employee Referral Scheme

Employee Assistance Services

Life insurance

Income protection (after 5 yrs service

Early finish Friday (1pm)

Training and development

Holiday buy-back

Team events

Job summary

Salt Separation Services is seeking an experienced Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team in Rochdale. Reporting to the Finance Team Lead, you will manage Accounts Receivable, credit control and month-end activities, ensuring accurate ledgers and timely cash collection for a range of customers.

The role requires 3–5 years in finance, strong Excel and ERP experience (Epicor desirable), and a proactive, independent approach.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a finance role covering Accounts Receivable, Credit Control and General Ledger activities.
• Experience managing a full debtors ledger and maintaining strong cash collection performance.
• Experience preparing journals, reconciliations and supporting month-end reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP and SUMIFS.
• Experience using ERP systems (Epicor desirable).
• The ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and build strong relationships across the business.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales ledger and Accounts Receivable function.
• Perform credit control activities and manage aged debt against targets.
• Check, post and distribute customer invoices.
• Resolve invoice queries and reconcile customer accounts and portals.
• Post bank receipts and complete remittance reconciliations.
• Prepare and issue customer statements and debtor reports.
• Prepare and post journals within the ERP system.
• Complete balance sheet and control account reconciliations.
• Support month-end processes and management accounts preparation.
• Assist with audits, stock takes and finance projects.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Credit Control

General Ledger

Advanced Excel

Analytical Skills

Tools

Epicor ERP

Job description

About Salt Separation Services

Salt Separation Services have been leading in desalination technology for over 35 years; specialising in the engineering, commissioning and servicing of reverse osmosis (RO) plants that provide drinkable water solutions across a variety of industries. Our systems are used in sectors including naval, oil, cruise ships, and more. We’re committed to designing reliable, high-quality RO and water filtration solutions that meet the unique demands of each industry and customer we serve. Join us on the path to simplifying access to water solutions for a broad and varied client base!

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Accountant to join our Finance team. Reporting to the Finance Team Lead, this role will play a key part in delivering a professional finance service to the business, with particular responsibility for Accounts Receivable, credit control, debtor management and month-end finance activities. The successful candidate will bring a strong background in finance, with proven experience across accounts receivable, credit control and general ledger accounting. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, identifying process improvements and contributing to a high-performing finance function.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales ledger and Accounts Receivable function.
• Perform credit control activities and manage aged debt against targets.
• Check, post and distribute customer invoices.
• Resolve invoice queries and reconcile customer accounts and portals.
• Post bank receipts and complete remittance reconciliations.
• Prepare and issue customer statements and debtor reports.
• Prepare and post journals within the ERP system.
• Complete balance sheet and control account reconciliations.
• Support month-end processes and management accounts preparation.
• Assist with audits, stock takes and finance projects.
• Identify and implement process improvements.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

• 3 to 5 years' experience in a finance role covering Accounts Receivable, Credit Control and General Ledger activities.
• Experience managing a full debtors ledger and maintaining strong cash collection performance.
• Experience preparing journals, reconciliations and supporting month-end reporting.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Advanced Excel skills, including PivotTables, XLOOKUP/VLOOKUP and SUMIFS.
• Experience using ERP systems (Epicor desirable).
• The ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and build strong relationships across the business.

Job Benefits

A value at Salt Sep is family, and as such, we have designed benefits package which we believe give our people the very best support we can professionally, personally and for your future.

• Competitive employer matched pension scheme (Aviva)
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Employee Referral Scheme
• Free Employee Assistance Services; giving counselling, GP access, financial and wellbeing advice.
• Life insurance
• Income protection (after 5 yrs service)
• Early finish Friday (finishing at 1pm)
• Plenty of training and development
• Holiday buy-back
• Excellent team building, social and company events

At Salt Separation Services, you’ll have the opportunity to work on impactful projects in a dynamic environment, as part of a small family‑owned business.

We have some big goals on our horizon, we take pride in supporting our employees' own growth and provide a culture that values quality, communication, integrity, health and safety and family.

Salt Separation Services is committed to creating an inclusive environment where diversity is valued, we encourage all candidates from all backgrounds, and are very happy to facilitate any adjustment you might need.

Job Details

Job Title: Assistant Accountant

Company: Salt Separation Services

Location: Rochdale, on-site

Contract: Permanent

Department: Finance

Compensation: £32,000- £34,000

Department: Finance

Location: Rochdale

Compensation: £32,000 - £34,000 / year