Finance Officer

We are looking for a detail-oriented Finance Officer to join our clients finance team in Blackpool. The role provides a great opportunity to contribute to the company's financial operations

Main responsibilities:

• Invoice management: including processing and reconciliation.
• Credit control: ensuring timely payments and managing outstanding debts.
• Financial reporting: collating and delivering financial reports for the Directors and Senior Management Team on a monthly basis.
• Accounts Payable (AP) and Accounts Receivable (AR) management.
• Bank reconciliations and general ledger maintenance.
• VAT returns: preparing and submitting VAT returns, staying up to date on relevant tax regulations.
• Supplier relations: processing purchase ledger invoices and managing supplier payments.
• Cash flow monitoring: reporting on the financial health and advising on improvements.
• Supporting Payroll: handling queries and acting as a liaison to ensuring all information is accurate.
• Collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders, including auditors and suppliers.
• Supporting the Management Accountant and wider finance function.
• Identifying and implementing process improvements.

Is this you?

You should have at least two years of experience as a Finance Officer or similar role, with strong knowledge of financial processes, bookkeeping, and reporting. Proficiency in accounting software, ERP systems, and Excel is essential.

This role involves credit control and payroll support, so you must be comfortable managing overdue payments and debt recovery while understanding payroll processes.

Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and in a team are crucial. A proactive mindset and commitment to continuous improvement are highly valued.

Package & Benefits

• Salary between £30,000 - £35,000
• Pension scheme
• 30 days holiday inclusive of bank holidays
• Monthly bonus scheme
• Monthly attendance vouchers
• Employee of the Month scheme

The role is fully on-site, work hours from 7AM-4PM

• Location: Blackpool
• Sector: Food Manufacturing
• Salary:£35000 per annum
• Contact: Rasmus Halvor Larsen, rasmus.larsen@drnewitt.com