Accounts Administrator

Compass Business Finance Limited; Tonbridge; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services provider in Tonbridge seeks an Accounts Administrator to enhance its front and back-office teams. The position involves processing payments, managing customer arrears, and preparing financial reports. Ideal candidates will have finance experience, strong organizational skills, and proficiency in relevant software like SAGE and Quickbooks. The company offers a supportive work culture focused on the success of SMEs in the UK.

Qualifications

• Experience with finance systems like SAGE and Quickbooks.
• Proficient in using Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Arranging, submitting, and processing customer payments.
• Inputting payments and receipts on finance systems.
• Preparing and submitting monthly reports to the British Business Bank.

Skills

Previous experience in a finance-based role

Proficient in MS Office

Excellent verbal and written communicator

Highly organised

Strong attention to detail

Tools

SAGE

Quickbooks

Job description

Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time (Monday to Friday, 8.45am – 5.15pm)
Salary: £27,500 to £30,000 p.a. dependent on experience
Location: Office-based, Tonbridge, Kent

What we need
We’re looking for an Accounts Administrator to complement our high performing front and back-office teams, whilst enabling us to continue to scale our rapidly growing book of business.

Initially, you will work closely with Senior Management to ensure you are provided with the appropriate level of support to understand your responsibilities and track your progress.

As the role evolves, you will be given greater autonomy, developing a professional structure based around adherence to standard daily tasks, including;

• Arranging, submitting and processing customer payments through direct debit/BACS
• Following up on returned direct debits and communicate customer arrears to relevant teams
• Inputting payments and receipts on to the finance agreement management system
• Arrears Management / Co-ordination
• Preparation and submission of monthly reports to the British Business Bank
• Co-ordinating customer termination documentation and reporting requirements
• Posting sales and supplier invoices on to relevant systems
• Maintaining aged debtor reports
• Providing administrative cover and cross-support for back-office teams

Who we need

• Previous experience in a finance-based role with use of relevant systems (e.g. SAGE, Quickbooks)
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Outlook, Word and Excel
• Excellent verbal and written communicator
• Highly organised with the ability to multi-task
• Strong ability with excellent attention to detail
• Confident and charismatic
• Willing and able to engage in all aspects of business
• A self-starter with a can-do attitude
• Able to work independently and collaboratively, prioritising workload to meet deadlines
• Someone who will remain positive, calm and professional under pressure
• Eligible to work in the UK

As part of the interview process, shortlisted candidates may be asked to complete a practical task, designed to demonstrate proficiency in the key skills required for the role.

Who we are
Compass Business Finance is a locally based, independently-owned business led by experienced, successful entrepreneurs. The business has a dynamic and energetic culture, putting people at the centre of all it does, with smart, modern offices located on the River Medway.

Compass works to support the success of SMEs across the UK, through the provision of asset-backed finance, specialising in funding machinery, equipment and other high products to core industry sectors, including print & packaging, construction, transport and engineering. Compass excels by leveraging the experience and industry connections of its founders alongside outstanding sales and marketing people to generate significant levels of new business.

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