Total 125 Finance / Banking / Insurance job vacancies in Billingham, County Durham, TS1 1QA

Your new company
An expanding manufacturing company is looking to enhance their finance function with the addition of a new Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger specialist.

Your new role
With specific responsibility for a portfolio of key suppliers, you will also be the key contact for setting up a growing number of complex new suppliers.
Looking after all aspects of the ledger, you will enjoy "sorting out reconciliations" and "getting to the bottom" of any discrepancies or queries whilst building relationships with the supplier contacts.

What you'll need to succeed
You will be an experienced AP/PL specialist, one who enjoys working under pressure and to tight deadlines. The ideal candidate will have experience of working on ERP systems and will relish the opportunity to improve processes and controls.

What you'll get in return
You will be offered a permanent contract and the opportunity to work with a growing team during an existing period of expansion and beyond.

• Flexible working around a 37.5 hour week
• 25 days holiday plus BH
• Access to the Company Bonus scheme
• Enhanced pension
• Subsidised benefits such as healthcare and eye care
• Death in Service benefit

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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Submitting your application

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Interviews are anticipated to take place on Tuesday 3rd December 2024

Typical Role Requirements

Here are the kind of activities that you'll be asked to undertake and ways in which you'll be expected to operate.

Service Delivery
* Show a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and the University's values.
* Provide an excellent and timely service to our students, your colleagues and anyone else you come across as part of your role.
* Use your experience and problem-solving skills to resolve routine issues with things relevant to your role such as raising purchase requisitions, processing student payments, credit card payments, requests for one-time payments and provide information and updates to help your team find solutions.
* Collect, organise and record data and information accurately and provide reports as required.
* Promote positive wellbeing arrangements which benefit you and your team.
* When carrying out your role, use and apply relevant professional and regulatory standards e.g. data protection when managing data.
* Use standard office-based devices and applications such as word, excel and power point to deliver services.
* Update guidance on standard operating procedures followed by the team.
* Arrange meeting/event venues and travel arrangements for other team members.

Teamwork
* Resolve queries and respond to requests for information and advice and bring any complex issues to the attention of more experienced team members.
* Help your team organise and provide administrative services that support key activities undertaken within your service and contribute to team planning activities.
* Help your team ensure that products and services are adapted in response to feedback and to meet changing demands.

Communication/Liaison
* Seek feedback from students, staff and anyone else that you come across as part of your role on their requirements from your service to ensure that their reasonable expectations are being met.
* Record information OTP log, IRF accounts and start up funds and respond to queries which you receive.
* Liaise with staff in other areas, professional organisations and agencies to ensure that services are being delivered in an efficient and collaborative way.
* Liaise with external suppliers, contractors, specialists and service providers to plan the delivery of services and events.
* Provide support for meetings, working groups and committees, such preparing and sending documents for meetings, drafting reports and taking minutes.
* Any other reasonable duties.

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When appointing to this role the University must ensure that it meets any applicable immigration requirements, including salary thresholds which are applicable to some visas.

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Brook Street is excited to represent a dynamic company in the environmental engineering sector, seeking a Purchase Ledger Specialist to join their team at their headquarters in Cookstown. This full-time, permanent role offers a competitive salary that is negotiable based on experience and is perfect for individuals looking to thrive in a fast-paced financial environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Sales Ledger Management: Ensure timely completion of sales invoices and manage customer accounts effectively.
• Invoice Collection: Confidently pursue outstanding invoices through telephone communication to maintain cash flow.
• Collaboration with Project Managers: Work closely with project managers to issue invoices and applications for payment promptly.
• Performance Analysis: Assist with sales KPIs, generate reports, conduct analyses, and investigate old balances.
• Payment Negotiation: Negotiate payment terms and milestones, building project-specific forecasts for payments.
• Cash Forecasting Support: Contribute to the development of company-wide cash forecasts.
• System Implementation: Support the implementation of SAGE SICON and assist in developing more efficient systems.
• Nominal Ledger Review: Participate in reviewing the nominal ledger, including VAT nominal accounts.
• KPI Development: Collaborate with the Finance Director to create new KPI reporting systems that enhance timely reporting on a weekly and monthly basis.
• Monthly Management Accounts: Assist in producing monthly management accounts under tight deadlines.

Experience and Qualifications

• Driving License: A full driver's license is essential for this role.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, is required.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication abilities with a focus on problem-solving in daily operations.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team to improve reporting systems.

Desirable Criteria

• Familiarity with SAGE 200 and SICON modules is preferred but not mandatory, as training will be provided.

This position represents an exciting opportunity within a rapidly evolving business environment where growth is a top priority.

Benefits

• Death in service plan at three times gross salary.
• Workplace pension contribution of 3% from the employer.
• Option for private medical coverage, including family members.
• 30 days of paid holidays annually.
• Opportunities for training days and courses aligned with business needs.
• Engaging employee events such as Christmas celebrations and pizza days.

If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge in a growing company, we encourage you to apply! For further information, please contact Jake Knocker.

Brook Street NMR is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.

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Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Compressed/Flexible:Not Authorized
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized
EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Caronda Slocum, caronda.slocum@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Telework: Not Authorized
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Duties:

An MT/CLS at this level develops, performs, evaluates, interprets, correlates, and validates the accuracy of laboratory procedures and results. Testing procedures are performed on a variety of biological specimens using manual or automated techniques and require a broad exercise of independent judgment and responsibility with minimal technical supervision. The work performed is in a variety of primary laboratory disciplines, such as reference laboratory, chemistry (including endocrinology and toxicology), urinalysis, coagulation, hematology, immunohematology (blood banking), bacteriology, molecular biology, flow cytometry, genetics, immunology, mycology, parasitology, serology, and virology. Such positions include requirements to monitor quality control systems and measures; collaborate in the diagnosis and treatment of patients; and provide education for laboratory and other healthcare professionals, and others in the medical center setting including the public. This position will also work closely with the Transfusion Service Supervisor in overseeing the Phlebotomy department. Pertinent areas of responsibility to this department will include: education, training, scheduling, procedural updates, incorporation of regulatory standards into current practice, process improvement for the QA/QI team and team building skills for a productive work environment.

Duties include:

• Modifies or adapts new methods or techniques to improve or expand services.
• Develops protocols for performance of tests, phlebotomy applications and evaluation of results.
• Ensures that phlebotomy practices, laboratory tests and procedures are consistent with accrediting agencies, standards and requirements.
• Recognizes methodology limitations such as linearity, interference, sensitivity, and specificity and considers these when drawing conclusions about the validity of testing results.
• Performs validation/method verification studies for new systems.
• Consults with healthcare providers on logical protocol to follow in attempting to confirm the diagnosis or risk assessment of a patient.
• Provides advisory services to phlebotomists, technicians, technologists, and other specialists.
• Assists in writing procedures and other documents as directed.
• Coordinates the laboratory competency program.
• Records and evaluates workload testing systems.
• Establishes performance improvement measures to align with Quality Assurance Committee goals.
• Ensures a productive and encouraging work environment for staff to perform and excel in their professional skills.

Job Title: Finance Administrator
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: Negotiable, circa £28k

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Finance Administrator to join our small accounts team. Reporting directly to the General Manager and Company Accountant, the successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the company's financial records up to the Trial Balance stage.

Working Hours:

• Monday to Thursday: 8am - 5pm
• Friday: 8am - 2pm (or as required)

Work is based in BT23 5RE between Gilnahirk and Comber

• Daily management of banking operations, including online banking, posting, and reconciling transactions
• Managing the ledger at month-end to ensure accurate financial reporting
• Preparation and submission of VAT returns, supporting the Making Tax Digital process
• Month-end reconciliations and financial reporting
• Maintaining and updating the company's price list and website as required
• Generating and processing invoices accurately and in a timely manner
• General office administration, including providing cover for the Sales Administrator during periods of leave

• Strong knowledge and understanding of accounting processes, particularly up to Trial Balance
• Excellent administrative and organisational skills with a proactive and responsible approach
• Advanced IT skills, particularly with MS Office (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to liaise confidently with staff and suppliers at all levels
• Experience with Sage 200 (or similar accounting software) is essential

This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated finance professional to contribute to a well-established business in a key administrative role. If you have a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and are eager to further your career in finance, we encourage you to apply. Send your CV

Your new company
A world leader in their field with offices based in Darlington - this is a rare opportunity to join one of Darlington's key industry employers.

Your new role
Working alongside an established finance team, you will receive both "on the job" training and a day a week to study towards your ACCA or ACMA qualification, with a view to you becoming qualified within a 4-year period.

What you'll need to succeed

• You will be a recent Accountancy or Finance Graduate - ideally you will already have received a number of ACCA/CIMA exemptions via your degree.

OR

• You are already Level 4 AAT Qualified with a minimum of 2 years' experience of working within finance, and looking to go on to study further.

Plus, you will be IT literate with a desire to learn and study towards your qualifications coupled with a drive to push forward with your burgeoning accounting career.

What you'll get in return
An excellent benefits package is in place to include:-

• Salary of £31,000
• Full study support towards ACCA or ACMA
• Enhanced Pension Scheme
• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days annual leave plus BH
• Well-being discount schemes

What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk

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Your new company
This is a well established, well respected Head Office based in Darlington town centre.
Your new role

• Update and maintain the billing system
• Collect income through the raising of invoices and managing the recovery of debts
• Ensure payments from providers are made within specified timeframes
• Maintain the posting and allocation of cash received
• Address queries efficiently and diarise all communications
• On a monthly basis, reconcile the income and cash within the required timeframe
• Communicate effectively with other departments where required
• To carry out any other duties commensurate with the role as required

What you'll need to succeed

• Customer services, administrative or finance administration experience
• Ability to prioritise
• Good organisational skills
• Good attention to detail
• Good communication skills

What you'll get in return

• Competitive package including wellness offering, pension
• Hybrid working on completion of probation period
• Parking

What you need to do now


If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk