Handley James are currently partnered with a global manufacturing business specialising in innovative and market leading products, supplying into the wider construction industry. As part of their team growth we are currently recruiting an AR & AP Controller to join their team in Blackburn.The purpose of this role is to maximise customer cash collections whilst working to establish, maintain and control credit limits, and minimise the need for a bad debt provision as a result of non-payment by UK and overseas customers, by managing insured credit limits and chasing outstanding debts via telephone calls, emails etc.Reconciliation of purchase invoices with goods received ensuring the timely and accurate payment of suppliers with correct allocation of costs within the business.Key responsibilities: * Assisting in the yearly audit and ensuring all the information is made available to the auditors. Also reviewing year on year comparisons for ad hoc audit information required. * Supports the AR&AP Senior to ensure accuracy of Invoicing and cash collection and allocation. Resolve all queries that arise from invoices raised, through liaising with civil engineers, other departments and Customers, ensuring sub-contract agreements are signed promptly to avoid delays in invoices being paid * Supporting the collection of outstanding debts for both UK and overseas customers, via telephone calls emails etc to minimise the need for a bad debt provision. * Reconciliation of purchase ledger invoices with goods received ensuring the timely and accurate payment of suppliers and correct allocation of costs within the business. * Code and analyse purchase invoices without GRNI and distribute for appropriate authorisation and update systems accordingly. Match invoices to GRNI entries into sage/SAP. Liaising with purchasing team where necessary. * Monitor and maintain the integrity and accuracy of supplier accounts on the systems updating details such as addresses, bank account details as required. Liaise with suppliers on payment dates. * Month end procedures, balancing, accruing of after date invoices to enable timely production of accurate financial accounts within matrix deadlinesAdditional Duties: * Processing monthly nominal journals at month end * Accruals * Payroll support * Overseas sales out of pocket expenses * Month end accruals * Car lease updates * VAT return * Provide details of any new prepayments to Finance AnalystKey Requirements & Competencies * GCSE (or equivalent) English and Maths * NVQ in Administration or Finance would be beneficial but not essential * Thorough understanding of an Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable function * Experience working with SAGE/SAP or equivalent * Strong Microsoft ability particularly Excel. * Excellent attention to detail * Motivated and keen to learn and develop * Great time management and prioritising skills * Ability to work on your own as well as part of a team * Excellent communication skills both verbally and writtenThis role is an exciting opportunity to join a global manufacturing business with great future opportunities.In return our client is offering a salary of c£28,000pa (Negotiable depending on experience) plus benefits, hybrid working and all IT equipment to do so, excellent learning and development opportunities from the offset.Working hours are 37 a week, with an early finish on a FridayTo apply or for more information please click the link below or contact Stuart Tomkinson#J-18808-Ljbffr