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Punjabi speaking Credit Controller Location: Doncaster Salary: £28,000 - £30,000 per annum Vacancy Type: Permanent The Credit Controller is responsible for the effective management of customer accounts, collection of outstanding debt, maintenance of accurate sales ledger records, and support of the Company's cash flow objectives. The role requires regular communication with customers, internal departments, and external agencies to ensure payment terms are adhered to and financial records remain accurate and up to date. The post holder is expected to carry out duties in a professional, accurate, and timely manner whilst maintaining positive customer relationships and supporting the wider Finance Team. Duties: Credit Control and Debt Collection - Manage and maintain a portfolio of customer accounts. - Monitor customer balances and aged debt reports daily. - Ensure customers adhere to agreed credit terms and payment schedules. - Contact customers by telephone, email, text and written correspondence regarding overdue balances. - Chase outstanding debts and negotiate payment arrangements where required. - Apply late payment charges in accordance with Company policy. - Escalate high-risk or problematic accounts to management when necessary. - Place customer accounts on stop when authorised due to overdue debt. - Assist with legal debt recovery processes where required. - Liaise with solicitors, debt collection agencies, and bailiffs when instructed. - Support the reduction of aged debt and achievement of collection targets. Customer Account Management - Set up new customer accounts in accordance with Company procedures. - Conduct credit checks using approved systems including Credit Safe and Companies House. - Complete and maintain Anti-Money Laundering (AML) checks and supporting documentation. - Review customer creditworthiness and assess financial risk. - Maintain accurate customer account information and records. - Update customer details within Sage and other Company databases. - Ensure customer files and records remain compliant and up to date. Sales Ledger Administration - Raise, process, print, and distribute customer invoices and credit notes. - Create and issue proforma invoices as required and produce manual proforma invoices when necessary. - Maintain and update proforma pricing information and prepare daily customer balance reports. - Send invoices, statements, and account balances to customers and drivers. - Produce customer statements and reminder letters. - Ensure all sales ledger documentation is accurately filed and recorded. Cash Allocation and Reconciliations - Review and reconcile daily bank receipts and upload customer payments into Sage. - Allocate receipts accurately against customer accounts and investigate and resolve payment discrepancies - Reconcile customer accounts regularly to maintain ledger accuracy. - Resolve invoice queries and disputed balances promptly. - Reporting and Monitoring - Prepare and maintain daily credit control records and spreadsheets. - Produce weekly credit control and aged debt reports. - Monitor customer balances and provide updates to management. - Report collection activity and overdue accounts to the Credit & Treasury Manager. - Maintain accurate debtor reports and aged debt analysis and monitor payment trends. - Support month-end reporting and finance administration activities. Operational Support - Check transport sheets daily to ensure all deliveries have been invoiced correctly. - Prepare and maintain weekly operational sheets and reports. - Ensure daily and weekly records are updated accurately and on time. - Review proforma customer balances and maintain accurate records. - Ensure customer payment allocations are completed promptly and monitor shared finance inboxes and respond to enquiries. - Liaise with Sales, Transport, Operations, and Finance teams to resolve account issues. Continuous Improvement - Identify opportunities to improve credit control processes and procedures. - Support the implementation of process and system improvements. - Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Finance function. Qualifications / Experience: Essential Requirements - Previous experience in a Credit Control, Accounts Receivable, or Sales Ledger environment. - Strong understanding of credit control and debt collection procedures. - Experience using Sage 200 or similar with a good working knowledge of Microsoft Office / excel. - Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. - Ability to manage workload effectively, meet deadlines, work independently and as part of a team. - Key Competencies: - Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and strong negotiation and influencing ability - Customer-focused approach - Debt collection and credit control expertise with financial and commercial awareness - Strong attention to detail and accuracy alongside effective planning and organisational skills - Ability to prioritise workload and manage multiple tasks and sound decision-making ability - Resilient and persistent in achieving objectives whilst having a results-driven approach - Ability to work independently and use initiative as well as strong teamworking and collaboration skills To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please do not hesitate to apply.

Accounts Assistant Location : Yorkshire, Doncaster - fully on site role (no hybrid or remote working). Salary : £26,000 - £32,000 (depending on experience) Hours : Full-time, Permanent About Us We are a growing food manufacturing business supplying high-quality halal chicken products to customers across the UK. Due to continued growth, we are seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our finance team. This is an excellent opportunity for an AAT qualified or part-qualified candidate looking to develop their accounting career within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. We actively support further professional development and welcome candidates who are keen to progress towards CIMA or ACCA qualifications. The Role Reporting to the Financial Manager, you will provide support across a broad range of finance activities, ensuring the accurate and timely processing of financial information. Key responsibilities will include: - Processing purchase invoices and supplier statement reconciliations - Managing sales ledger and credit control activities - Posting and reconciling bank transactions - Assisting with weekly and monthly payment runs - Supporting month-end processes including accruals and prepayments - Reconciling balance sheet accounts - Assisting with stock and inventory reporting - Supporting VAT returns and other statutory reporting requirements - Preparing financial reports and analysis for management - Supporting external audits and year-end accounts preparation - Identifying opportunities to improve financial processes and controls About You We are looking for someone who is: - AAT qualified or currently studying towards AAT - Keen to continue their professional studies towards CIMA or ACCA - Experienced in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or similar finance role - Highly organised with strong attention to detail - Proficient in Microsoft Excel - Comfortable working with accounting software and ERP systems - Able to manage multiple priorities in a busy manufacturing environment - A proactive team player with excellent communication skills Desirable - Previous experience within manufacturing or food manufacturing - Experience of stock accounting or inventory management - Knowledge of ERP systems What We Offer - Competitive salary (up to £32KPA) - Study support for CIMA or ACCA - Career progression opportunities within a growing business - Company pension scheme - Employee discount scheme - On-site parking - Ongoing training and development - Supportive and collaborative working environment If you are looking for a role where you can build a long-term career in finance while gaining valuable experience in a successful food manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry Ltd, please do not hesitate to apply.

Chinese speaking Finance Manager Location: Coulman Street, Thorne, Doncaster, South Yorkshire - Fully on site - no remote working Salary: Negotiable, dependant on experience The Finance Manager is responsible for the day-to-day management of the finance function, ensuring the integrity, accuracy and timeliness of financial reporting while supporting strategic decision making across the business. The role provides financial leadership through effective budgeting, forecasting, cost control, statutory compliance and continuous improvement. Working closely with operational departments, the Finance Manager will provide commercially focused financial analysis to maximise profitability, improve efficiencies and support sustainable business growth. Duties: Financial Management - Lead the daily finance operations and ensure accurate maintenance of the general ledger. - Produce timely monthly accounts and prepare P&L accounts, balance sheets and cash flow forecasts. - Maintain robust financial controls across all departments. - Review and approve journals, reconciliations and adjustments. - Ensure financial records comply with UK accounting standards. Financial Reporting - Prepare monthly board reports and produce departmental performance reports. - Analyse financial trends and key business drivers and present financial information to senior leadership. - Support strategic planning with financial modelling and develop meaningful KPI dashboards. Budgeting & Forecasting - Lead the annual budgeting process and prepare rolling forecasts. - Monitor departmental expenditure and identify financial risks and opportunities. - Challenge budget assumptions and recommend cost saving initiatives. Cash Flow Management - Manage daily cash flow and forecast working capital requirements. - Monitor debtor and creditor balances and ensure sufficient liquidity. - Manage banking relationships and authorise supplier payment runs. Cost Control - Analyse manufacturing costs and review labour costs and overheads. - Monitor production variances and support operational efficiency initiatives. - Identify waste reduction opportunities and recommend improvements to profitability. Commercial Finance: Partner with operational managers by providing: - Margin analysis, Product costing, Customer profitability, Capital investment appraisals and ROI. - Business case preparation and pricing support Compliance Ensure compliance with: - UK GAAP - Companies Act - HMRC requirements / VAT regulations / Corporation Tax / PAYE legislation - Internal financial controls and external audit requirements Audit: Assist: - Year-end audit preparation & internal audit activity - Financial control reviews & external auditor liaison and action plan implementation Payroll Oversight - Review payroll calculations and ensure statutory deductions are correct. - Reconcile payroll journals and ensure pension compliance. - Maintain confidentiality. Team Leadership - Conduct performance reviews and develop colleagues whilst allocating workloads. - Support succession planning and promote continuous improvement. Information Security & GDPR - Handle confidential financial information securely and comply with UK GDPR. - Protect commercially sensitive information. - Maintain confidentiality at all times. - Follow company cyber security procedures. Person Specification Essential Qualifications - Qualified Accountant (ACA, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent) - Degree in Finance, Accounting or Business (desirable) Essential Experience - Finance management experience in a manufacturing environment. - Management accounting, financial reporting alongside budget preparation. - Cash flow forecasting, Cost accounting, Financial reporting. - Team management. - Audit preparation. - ERP systems. - Advanced Excel Desirable Experience - Food manufacturing. - SAP, Microsoft Dynamics or Sage. - Continuous Improvement. - Project accounting. - Capital expenditure planning. Must be authorised to work in the UK. To Apply If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for Chesterfield Poultry, please do not hesitate to apply.