Full job descriptionSenior Accounts Clerk
Salary: £35,000Location: Stoke-On-Trent Office-basedHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30pm
Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a varied role where you can take ownership of the whole finance function?
We’re working with a well-established and growing business looking for a hands-on Finance Manager to oversee day-to-day accounting operations and support the wider business with financial reporting, compliance and cashflow management.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys autonomy, variety and being a key part of a close-knit team.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing the finance function across multiple business entities, ensuring accurate financial records, efficient processes and timely reporting.
Key responsibilities include:
Accounts Payable
*Processing supplier invoices accurately and efficiently
*Reconciling supplier statements and resolving queries
*Reviewing employee expenses and company credit card claims
*Preparing payment runs and ensuring suppliers are paid on time
*Managing finance inboxes and responding to supplier enquiries
Accounts Receivable & Credit Control
*Raising and issuing customer invoices
*Monitoring outstanding payments and chasing overdue accounts
*Reconciling customer accounts
*Managing customer statements and credit control activities
*Maintaining strong relationships with customers to support prompt payment
Banking & Cashflow
*Completing regular bank reconciliations
*Processing incoming payments across multiple currencies
*Managing petty cash records
*Liaising with banking providers when required
*Monitoring and forecasting cashflow to support business planning
Reporting & Finance Management
*Preparing monthly management accounts
*Supporting month-end and year-end processes
*Producing financial reports and analysis
*Managing debtor and creditor balances
*Supporting budgeting and forecasting activities
*Working alongside external accountants during year-end reporting
*Assisting with compliance and risk management requirements
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
*Has previous experience in a finance or accounting management role
*Is confident managing both purchase and sales ledger functions
*Has strong reconciliation and reporting skills
*Can work independently and prioritise their workload effectively
*Has excellent attention to detail
*Communicates confidently with colleagues, customers and suppliers
*Is comfortable working with finance systems and spreadsheets
Experience of accounting software such as Sage or similar systems would be beneficial but is not essential.
What’s on Offer?
*Salary of £35,000
*Office-based role with consistent working hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm
*A varied position with real ownership and responsibility
*Opportunity to make a genuine impact within the business
*Supportive team environment
*Stable, growing organisation with long-term prospects