At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage invoices, payments, and customer records in a dynamic finance team.
- Company: Join Hitachi Rail, a global leader in digital transformation and technology.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, 25 days holiday, and private medical insurance.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Why this job: Gain valuable experience in accounts receivable within an international organisation.
- Qualifications: Experience in accounts receivable and strong organisational skills required.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
Location: Newton Aycliffe
Contract: Two-year fixed-term contract
Working arrangement: Office-based
Your new role
We are looking for an organised and detail-focused Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our Finance team in Newton Aycliffe on a two-year fixed-term contract. During this two-year assignment, you will play an important role in ensuring the effective, efficient and accurate delivery of our Order-to-Cash and billing activities. You will take responsibility for raising invoices, allocating payments, monitoring outstanding balances and maintaining accurate customer and financial records.
This is a great opportunity to broaden your accounts receivable experience within an international, project-led organisation while working closely with colleagues across the wider Finance team.
Some key responsibilities
- Raise and issue customer invoices and credit notes
- Verify sales invoice applications and create accurate sales invoices
- Generate recharge and other invoices for Hitachi group companies
- Monitor incoming payments and ensure they are allocated promptly and accurately
- Review outstanding payments and support the resolution of payment queries
- Produce and maintain aged debt reporting
- Manage the Accounts Receivable mailbox and respond to queries
- Create and maintain accurate customer master data
- Scan, file and retain invoices and other financial documentation
- Maintain complete and accurate records in line with company policies and accepted accounting practices
- Provide ad hoc Accounts Payable support to the wider Finance team when required
About you
You will have previous experience within Accounts Receivable, credit control, billing or a related finance position. Ideally, you will have worked within a manufacturing, engineering or project-based organisation and will be comfortable managing a varied workload within a busy Finance team.
We are looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience of Accounts Receivable processes and practices
- Experience within a manufacturing or project-based business
- Strong attention to detail and a professional, reliable approach
- Good organisational and time-management skills
- A solid working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- The ability to work effectively and collaboratively as part of a team
- The ability to work from our Newton Aycliffe office
Knowledge of SAP or another ERP system would be advantageous, as would an understanding of Accounts Payable processes. Awareness of workplace health and safety, equal opportunities and corporate social responsibility policies would also be beneficial.
What we offer
We value the contribution of all our employees. If you join our fantastic organisation, you could be entitled to:
- Competitive salary
- Potential opportunity for an annual performance-related bonus
- 25 days’ holiday
- Pension scheme with contributions of up to 9%
- Private medical insurance
- Personal accident insurance
- Group income protection
- Group life insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme
We also offer additional benefits through a flexible plan, allowing you to choose options that best suit your individual needs and lifestyle.
At Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
Account Receivable Specialist in Newton Aycliffe employer: Hitachi
At Hitachi Energy, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment in Birmingham that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, ensuring every team member can thrive while contributing to a sustainable energy future. Join us to be part of a global team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the energy sector.
