Finance Assistant - UK

Pulsar Measurement, Ltd.; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Finance Administrator to support the Finance department's daily operations. This role is essential for driving efficiency and aligning with global finance strategies. The ideal candidate will be studying towards a financial qualification or have relevant experience, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Microsoft Excel. Join a diverse and inclusive team that values creativity and collaboration, while contributing to the seamless execution of financial processes. If you are detail-oriented and customer-focused, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Studying towards a relevant qualification or possessing similar financial experience.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Responsibilities

• Managing daily accounts receivable tasks and credit control.
• Processing invoices and payments through ERP systems.
• Assisting with period-end processes and reporting.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

Education

Relevant Financial Qualification

Tools

ERP Software

Accounting Software

Job description

Pulsar Measurement is a worldwide leader in ultrasonic instrumentation for wastewater, industrial, and environmental markets. Since 1986, we have developed, manufactured, and marketed industrial flow and level monitoring instruments, including ultrasonic level transmitters, clamp-on ultrasonic flow meters, and open channel flow meters.

The newly restructured TAS i Measurement, our parent group, has successfully grown companies that deliver world-class products and services, focusing on our global customer needs across diverse market segments. Our high customer retention rate is due to our close relationships with customers, reinforced by providing local service, complete engineered solutions, and problem-solving.

Join us on this exciting journey as we continue to expand our business.

Your Role:

Reporting to the Finance Supervisor, you will handle the day-to-day activities of a busy Finance Office. The Finance Administrator role is crucial in supporting the smooth operation of the Finance department, aligning with the global Pulsar Measurement Finance strategy, and driving operational efficiency.

Your duties - the responsibilities of the team you operate in include:

• Accounts Receivable Invoices & Credit Notes – Managing daily tasks for all customers and the shipping department, including inter-company recharges as required.
• Accounts Receivable Statements – Handling monthly statements sent by email and post after period end.
• Experian – Using Experian to reference potential new customers, reviewing new customer setup on Epicor, emailing customers to confirm account details, terms, credit limits, and bank details, and performing daily customer updates.
• Assist in preparing self-billing commission advice for Scottish and Eastern European agents for approval.
• Credit Control – Chasing overdue customer payments via phone and email, and generating debtor letters.
• Accounts Receivable Customers on Hold – Producing and issuing daily reports for relevant departments.
• Credit Card Payments – Processing through Cardnet and posting to ERP system.
• Petty Cash – Reconciling and posting within ERP.
• Purchase Order Entry – Entering purchase orders into ERP from received requisitions.
• Accounts Payable Invoices & Credit Notes – Entering into ERP, attaching documentation, and managing inter-company recharges.
• Prepayments – Updating and reconciling schedules, posting monthly journals.
• Providing support and training on purchase order processes to inter-company departments.
• Setting up new suppliers in ERP.
• Supplier Payments – Reconciling statements and emailing remittance advices.
• Bank Payments – Assisting with and covering bank transactions.
• Bank Reconciliation – Entering payments and receipts, reconciling daily.
• Downloading Bank Statements – Logging into banks, downloading transactions, and saving advice.
• Monitoring Exchange Rates – Updating daily using Oanda.
• Assisting with period-end processes and reporting.
• Handling customer and supplier queries and supporting internal/external audits.
• Performing other ad-hoc duties as required.

Travel:

Limited but as needed to meet business demands.

Your Background:

Studying towards a relevant qualification or possessing similar financial experience.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, especially Excel.

Experienced with ERP and accounting software.

Analytical with attention to detail.

Committed to financial best practices and compliance.

Strong work ethic, flexible, and able to prioritize under tight deadlines.

Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Customer-focused, capable of working independently and within a team.

Our Pledge:

Pulsar Measurement values an inclusive, diverse workplace where all employees feel respected, valued, and empowered. We believe diversity fosters creativity and strengthens our culture and performance. TAS i Measurement is committed to creating a workplace that reflects our global diversity and promotes an environment of inclusion and innovation.