Jobs in Bingley

Our client, a family-owned business is looking for an Accounts Administrator to join their friendly Finance team, where you'll play an important role in supporting the smooth running of the business.

This is a varied and rewarding position that combines accounts administration, credit control, customer support, and export administration. You'll work closely with colleagues across the business, building strong relationships while ensuring our financial records are accurate, customers are well supported, and processes run efficiently.

We're looking for someone with previous experience in a similar role who enjoys taking ownership of their work, has a keen eye for detail, and thrives in a collaborative environment.

In return, they offer some excellent benefits, a supportive workplace where your ideas are valued, your development is encouraged, and are happy to support further professional studies.

Key Responsibilities
Manage the sales ledger, raising and processing customer invoices, credit notes, proforma invoices, customer statements, and service contract renewals.
Process daily customer receipts, allocate payments, complete bank reconciliations, maintain the cashbook, and reconcile standing orders.
Proactively manage credit control by monitoring customer accounts, resolving account queries, and following up outstanding payments professionally and promptly.
Prepare and maintain export and customs documentation, including Certificates of Origin, ensuring compliance with company and regulatory requirements.
Administer company expenses through ExpenseIn, including credit card reconciliations, fuel card processing, and providing support to colleagues using the system.
Respond to customer and internal enquiries relating to accounts, invoicing, pricing, and payments, providing excellent customer service and support to the Sales and Service teams.
Prepare monthly sales reports, assist with month-end processes and reconciliations, and maintain accurate financial records across business systems.
Work collaboratively with colleagues across the business, prioritising workloads effectively, identifying opportunities for improvement, and demonstrating initiative when resolving queries or challenges.
Essential
Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, Accounts Administration, or Finance Administration role.
Experience using accounting software, ideally Sage.
Good understanding of sales ledger processes, bank reconciliations, and credit control.
Confident user of Microsoft Excel and the wider Microsoft Office suite.
Excellent attention to detail with a high level of numerical accuracy.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a customer-focused approach.
A positive, proactive attitude with the confidence to use initiative and ask questions when needed.
A collaborative team player who is approachable, supportive, and enjoys building positive working relationships.
A willingness to learn, develop professionally, and embrace new systems and processes.
IPS Finance has 45 years’ experience in the Yorkshire accountancy recruitment market. We have built our business on long term relationships with both individuals and clients in all sectors, bringing real benefits to all concerned. Please visit our website to view the latest accountancy / finance and practice opportunities