Looking to work for a fast-paced, expanding business that values its employees?
We are looking to recruit a full time Finance Coordinator to support the existing team.
Aether Compliance Ltd is fast becoming a market leader within our sector. The Company provides specialist building compliance services to our Facilities Management and Hospitality portfolio.
A fast moving, modern 'digital first', paperless and carbon neutral company servicing over 3000 properties across the UK (and growing!)
The role:
Reporting to the Finance Manager, the Finance Coordinator will be responsible for managing the company's core transactional finance activities, ensuring financial records are accurate, suppliers are paid on time, customer payments are collected efficiently, and finance processes run smoothly across the business.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong finance administration experience who enjoys taking ownership, working closely with operational teams, and being at the centre of a busy finance function.
This full time, office-based position will require attendance at our Chelmsford office from Monday to Friday (parking available but a car is required to reach the office). Applicants should be able to reliably commute to the office on a daily basis.
Key Responsibilities
Purchase Ledger
- Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Match invoices to purchase orders and approvals.
- Manage supplier statement reconciliations.
- Resolve invoice queries with suppliers and internal teams.
- Prepare supplier payment runs.
- Maintain supplier records and account details.
Sales Ledger & Credit Control
- Raise customer invoices accurately and on time.
- Monitor customer accounts and outstanding balances.
- Chase overdue payments professionally.
- Resolve customer invoice queries.
- Allocate customer receipts and maintain accurate debtor records.
- Support cash collection targets.
Banking & Cash Management
- Process daily bank transactions.
- Reconcile bank accounts.
- Maintain accurate financial records.
Finance Administration
- Maintain finance databases.
- Support month-end processes and reconciliations.
- Maintain accurate records of contracts, purchase orders and supporting documentation.
- Support continuous improvement of finance processes and controls.
Business Support
- Work closely with project managers and operational teams to ensure accurate financial information.
- Assist with reporting and data gathering as required.
- Provide general support to the wider finance team.
About You
Essential
- Previous experience in a finance, accounts, bookkeeping or finance administration role.
- Experience of purchase ledger and sales ledger processes.
- Good understanding of accounting principles.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
- Confident using Microsoft Excel.
- Strong communication skills and ability to build relationships across the business.
Desirable
- AAT qualification or studying towards AAT.
- Experience using accounting software such as Sage, Xero or similar ERP systems.
- Experience within a project-based, construction, engineering or service-led
Ideal candidates will be flexible in their approach to their work, have experience with Xero (or similar accounts system) and be comfortable working with cloud based management programs in addition to office suite.
What do employees receive from us?
Aether Compliance aims to provide the best possible working environment to create long term employment partnerships with our employees. The company aims to go above and beyond to support employee's careers, investing in well-paid, sustainable employment and long-term career growth.
As a growing company we have many opportunities to increase your skillset and carve out the next step of your career with us.
Employee benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Private medical insurance
- Permanent employment
- 28 days Holiday Pay
- Further training and career development opportunities
Please note that we are not currently able to provide visa sponsorship for this role. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK at the time of application and for the duration of employment.
( Keywords: accounts assistant, junior accountant, finance assistant, administrator, bookkeeper, finance assistant)
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £28,000.00-£32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- On-site parking
- Paid volunteer time
- Private medical insurance
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Chelmsford CM1 4LN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status in the UK?
Experience:
- Finance: 1 year (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
