Finance Coordinator

GEA Group; Holsworthy; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global supplier in food technology in Holsworthy is seeking an experienced finance professional to oversee credit control processes. The role requires strong communication skills, proficiency in SAGE accounting and MS Office, and the ability to provide detailed financial support. You will manage invoicing, reconcile accounts, and assist in financial reporting to ensure business efficiency.

Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting/finance role is desirable.
• Understanding of financial principles and practices is necessary.
• Strong ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage Credit Control processes for timely collection of debts.
• Build relationships with internal and external customers.
• Conduct bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Ability to multitask

Interpersonal skills

Tools

SAGE accounting software

MS Office

Job description

Overview

GEA is one of the world's leading suppliers of systems for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Our portfolio includes machinery and systems as well as advanced process technologies, components and comprehensive services. Guided by a strong sense of responsibility, our 18,000 employees work to improve the sustainability and efficiency of production processes globally.

Responsibilities / Tasks

This role is based at our Holsworthy site and is on-site, five days per week. Office hours are Monday to Thursday, 8:15am–5:00pm, and Friday, 8:15am–4:00pm.

• Credit Control: Managing Credit Control processes to ensure timely collection of outstanding debts.
• Credit Control: Setting up and maintaining provisions for bad debts.
• Accounts Receivables: Managing Accounts Receivables to ensure timely invoicing and collections.
• Accounts Receivables: Building and maintaining relationships with internal and external customers including collaborating with other departments.
• Accounts Receivables: Issuing customers with account statements.
• Accounts Receivables: Reconciling customer accounts to ensure accuracy of accounts.
• Accounts Receivables: Ensuring timely communication to the sales/admin department on payments received.
• Other Duties: Conducting bank reconciliations to maintain accurate financial records. This role may transition to an outsourced service provider for this process while remaining under management.
• Other Duties: Reconciling sales project finances to track and report on project performance.
• Other Duties: Answering incoming calls and emails and providing assistance as needed, in a timely and professional manner.
• Other Duties: Providing general finance administrative support as required by the business.
• Support to Finance Manager: Providing support to Finance Manager for payroll processing.
• Support to Finance Manager: Assisting Finance Manager with Month End procedures to ensure accurate financial reporting (accruals, prepayments, fixed assets etc.).
• Support to Finance Manager: Working to departmental KPIs and providing status reports to Finance Manager on a regular basis.
• Support to Finance Manager: Participating in audit preparations.

Your Profile / Qualifications

• Experience in an accounting/finance role (Desirable).
• An understanding of financial principles and practices.
• Proficiency in SAGE accounting software (Desirable) and MS Office (Essential).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (Essential).
• Experience in a professional customer-facing role (Desirable).
• Ability to multitask and prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• A team player - able to work independently and as part of a team.

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