Finance Coordinator - Import Invoicing

MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company is seeking a Finance Co-ordinator for General Invoicing in Ipswich. This full-time, temporary role involves supporting invoicing processes while collaborating with various teams to ensure compliance and enhance performance. The ideal candidate will possess excellent operational knowledge and strong communication skills, along with a detail-oriented approach to minimize errors. You'll enjoy a supportive environment that encourages personal development and success.

Qualifications

• Experience in finance operational roles is essential.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Assist with invoicing of MSC's import charges within deadlines.
• Verify charges against tariffs to prevent losses.
• Communicate proactively with customers for profitability.

Skills

Operational knowledge

Communication

Financial awareness

Attention to detail

Customer service

Team player

Adaptability

Process improvement

Job description

Finance Co-ordinator – General Invoicing

Full time, Temporary: 12 Months

We are looking for a Finance Co-ordinator – General Invoicing to work within our Finance department.

The successful applicant will work within a multi-functional team, ensuring delivery of Key Performance Indicators for the invoicing of import charges, providing support to the Finance Supervisor as an escalation point for the invoicing team, and be cross-trained into one or more areas of Finance.

Skills and Experience You’ll Bring to Us

• Solid operational and systems knowledge
• Strong verbal skills for professional communication with internal and external customers
• Commercial and financial awareness with a flexible approach and positive attitude
• Attention to detail with high accuracy to minimise errors and losses
• Good customer service skills
• Strong team player
• Ability to work across teams to meet business needs
• Compliance with MSC’s email etiquette and telephone policy
• Ability to work under pressure and prioritise workload
• Ability to identify process improvements
• Professional and positive manner

How You Will Help Us and What You Can Expect

The Key Responsibilities for This Role Include

• Assist with invoicing of MSC's import charges within deadlines and meet KPIs
• Verify charges against tariffs, contracts, and agreements to prevent losses
• Communicate proactively with customers to maximise profitability
• Request and process EMCs to ensure charges reflect agreements
• Keep trade managers updated on outstanding issues
• Support customer requests and cash collection for non-credit accounts
• Raise queries in internal systems for un-invoiced revenue and analyze reasons for queries
• Review own performance to improve productivity and accuracy
• Provide training and overviews for new starters
• Collaborate with different teams and adapt to changing tasks
• Build relationships with stakeholders in Commercial, Customer Service, Query, and Invoicing teams
• Assist with IT strategy, projects, testing, and new working methods
• Participate in weekly updates and month-end reviews
• Support cross-training within the team
• Assist with out-of-process tasks and customer-facing requests

What We Give Back to You

We offer encouragement, support, and opportunities for personal development in a dynamic environment. Our inclusive culture fosters collaboration and success.

If you feel this is the next step in your career, please apply now.