Treasury Accounts Assistant (12 Month Fixed Term Contract)

Synthomer plc; Harlow; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Learning & development opportunities

Wellbeing resources

Pension contributions

Job summary

Synthomer plc is seeking a Treasury Accounts Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to join the finance team. You will run reports from SAP and ERP systems to analyse receivables data, support discounting and factoring, and assist with month-end processes and reconciliations.

You will maintain cash movement records, prepare financial journals and collaborate with Finance, Credit Control and Shared Service teams. AAT study is beneficial, with strong Excel and ERP experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Finance, Accounts, Treasury or a similar role.
• Strong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPs.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Confidence handling large volumes of financial data.
• A proactive and organised approach to work.
• Good communication skills with the ability to build relationships across teams.
• Experience of SAP or similar ERP system.
• Studying towards AAT or another accounting qualification is beneficial but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Running reports from SAP and other ERP systems to analyse receivables data.
• Supporting receivables discounting and factoring activities.
• Reconciling accounts, banking statements and financial records.
• Producing insightful analysis and reporting.
• Monitoring cash movements and preparing financial journals.
• Supporting month-end processes, audits and account reconciliations.
• Maintaining customer credit limits and factoring availability.
• Working closely with Finance, Credit Control and Shared Service teams.
• Assisting with treasury-related projects and process improvements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Stakeholder management

Proactive / organised

Communication

Education

AAT or accounting qualification in progress

Tools

Excel

SAP or ERP system

Job description

Synthomer is a leading supplier of high-performance, highly specialised polymers and ingredients that play vital roles in key sectors such as coatings, construction, adhesives, and health and protection – growing markets that serve billions of end users worldwide. Headquartered in London, UK and publicly listed there since 1971, we employ c.3,900 employees across our 5 innovation centres of excellence and more than 29 manufacturing sites across Europe, North America and Asia. Around 20% of our sales volumes are from new and patent protected products.At our innovation centres of excellence in the UK, Germany, China, Malaysia and Ohio, USA we collaborate closely with our customers to develop new products and enhance existing ones tailored to their needs, with an increasing range of sustainability benefits. Since 2021, we have been proud holders of the London Stock Exchange Green Economy Mark, which recognises green technology businesses making a significant contribution to a more sustainable, low-carbon economy. Are you a detail-driven finance professional who loves working with data, reconciliations and problem-solving?We're looking for a Treasury Accounts Assistant to join our finance team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain exposure to treasury operations, cash management and receivables financing while working with large datasets and key stakeholders across the business. What You'll Be DoingRunning reports from SAP and other ERP systems to analyse receivables dataSupporting receivables discounting and factoring activitiesReconciling accounts, banking statements and financial recordsProducing insightful analysis and reportingMonitoring cash movements and preparing financial journalsSupporting month-end processes, audits and account reconciliationsMaintaining customer credit limits and factoring availabilityWorking closely with Finance, Credit Control and Shared Service teamsAssisting with treasury-related projects and process improvements What We're Looking ForPrevious experience in Finance, Accounts, Treasury or a similar roleStrong Excel skills, including Pivot Tables and VLOOKUPsExcellent attention to detail and accuracyConfidence handling large volumes of financial dataA proactive and organised approach to workGood communication skills with the ability to build relationships across teamsExperience of SAP or similar ERP systemStudying towards AAT or another accounting qualification is beneficial but not essential Why Apply?This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to broaden their finance experience in a varied role that combines analysis, treasury operations, reporting and stakeholder management. You'll play an important part in supporting business cash flow while developing valuable skills in a fast-paced finance environment. Ready for your next challenge? We'd love to hear from you. Apply today! Global Benefits Overview Competitive, market-aligned compensation Discretionary global bonus scheme Discretionary Long-Term Incentive Plan (LTIP) – for senior positions Company car or car allowance – varies by region and role Healthcare – tailored to regional locations Parental leave and family support – maternity, paternity, adoption (aligned with regional policies) Working options – flexibility where it matters, based on role and business needs Learning & development opportunities – training, online platforms, buddy/mentorship programs, Internal Synthomer University with L&D offers Wellbeing support – employee assistance program (EAP), mental health resources, wellbeing initiatives Retirement / pension contributions – plans vary by country Culture of Inclusion – where everyone can thrive Performance culture, global reward & recognition programmes