An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Cost Controller to join a growing finance team within an established business based in Runcorn, Cheshire .
Key Responsibilities
- Process a high volume of cost of sales, agency and supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Carry out 3-way matching between purchase orders, goods received notes and invoices.
- Manage the Accounts Department inbox, responding to supplier queries and ensuring issues are resolved promptly.
- Complete regular supplier statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Assist with investigating and resolving aged items on the GRNI report.
- Process monthly credit card reconciliations and staff expense claims.
- Support the Lead Cost Controller with information and validation for weekly BACS payment runs.
- Assist with the accurate filing and tracking of subcontractor documentation, including administrative support relating to CIS and retention tracking.
- Support data cleansing and finance administration as part of ongoing systems and ERP development.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure processes are completed in line with company procedures.
About You
We are looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused and confident working within a busy finance environment.
Ideally, You Will Have
- 1-3 years' experience in Accounts Payable, Cost Control, Finance Administration or a similar role.
- AAT part-qualified or currently studying would be advantageous.
- An understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and 3-way matching.
- Good Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to processing information.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
- A proactive approach with the confidence to investigate queries and resolve discrepancies.
What's on Offer?
- Salary: £27,000
- Permanent position
- Runcorn, Cheshire
- Monday to Friday, fully office-based
- Prospect to develop your finance and cost control experience.
- A varied role within a growing and evolving finance function.