Reports to: Finance Director
Location: Cramlington – Office Based
Employment Type: Full-time and Part-time will be considered
Salary: TBC - Competitive salary, dependent on experience and working hours.
About CSD Sealing Systems
CSD Sealing Systems (UK) has specialised in the supply of technically advanced sealing solutions for over 30 years. Our products include cable transits, flexible pipe penetrations and RISE cable duct seals, providing high levels of fire, flood and gastight protection.
Our systems are used across a wide range of industries, including shipbuilding, offshore and onshore construction, utilities and the nuclear sector, where quality, reliability and long-term performance are essential.
As part of the wider CSD Group, CSD Sealing Systems combines extensive industry experience and technical expertise with a commitment to providing high-quality products and solutions to our customers.
The Role
Due to the continued growth of CSD Sealing Systems, we are expanding our Finance team and are looking to appoint an additional Finance Assistant. This is a newly created position that will work alongside our existing Finance team, providing additional capacity and support as the business continues to grow.
Working closely with the Finance Director and wider Finance team, you will provide support across a broad range of transactional finance and accounting activities.
This is a varied role covering accounts payable, accounts receivable, credit control, cash management, VAT and month-end support, alongside general finance administration.
We are looking for someone who is highly organised and meticulous, with strong numerical and analytical skills, excellent communication skills and the ability to manage their workload effectively.
Key Responsibilities
Accounts Payable
- Process supplier invoices accurately and promptly.
- Match purchase orders, delivery notes and supplier invoices.
- Prepare supplier payment runs and assist with resolving invoice queries.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounts payable ledgers.
Accounts Receivable & Credit Control
- Process sales invoices once sales orders have been despatched.
- Monitor customer payments and follow up on overdue debts as part of the credit control process.
- Reconcile customer accounts and maintain accurate accounts receivable records.
Cash Management
- Record cash book income and expenditure accurately.
- Process employee expenses and corporate card transactions.
Nominal Ledger, VAT & Month-End Support
- Post journals, including accruals, prepayments and corrections.
- Assist with month-end processes and preparation for monthly management accounts.
- Support VAT return preparation and analysis.
Finance Administration & Support
- Maintain accurate financial records and filing systems.
- Reconcile weekly timesheets in preparation for monthly payroll.
- Provide ad-hoc reporting and administrative support to the Finance Director as required.
- Support the wider finance function with additional tasks where required.
Skills & Experience
Essential
- Previous experience within a finance, accounts or finance administration role.
- Strong numerical skills with excellent attention to detail.
- Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and accounting software.
- An understanding of basic accounting principles.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
- Ability to work accurately under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a wider team.
Desirable
- Previous experience using Sage 200 or similar accounting software.
- Experience working across accounts payable, accounts receivable and/or credit control.
- Experience supporting month-end or VAT processes.
Personal Attributes
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a high level of integrity and understands the importance of confidentiality when handling financial information.
- Takes ownership and accountability for their work.
- Has a proactive, problem-solving approach.
- Is willing to learn, develop and expand their knowledge.
- Has a strong work ethic and takes pride in producing accurate work.
- Communicates confidently and professionally with colleagues, customers and suppliers.
- Is organised, dependable and able to manage their time effectively.
What We Offer
- Salary – Competitive salary, dependent on experience and working hours.
- 25 days' annual leave (pro-rata for part-time employees), plus bank holidays.
- Contributory pension scheme following three months' service.
- A supportive working environment within an established and growing organisation.
- The opportunity to develop your finance knowledge and experience.
We welcome both full-time and part-time applicants. Working hours and days are negotiable and can be discussed as part of the recruitment process.
Work Location: In person
