We are looking for an experienced and capable Finance & Purchasing Coordinator to join our team in Cramlington.
This is a hands-on role combining day-to-day finance administration and bookkeeping with purchasing and supplier management. The successful candidate will take ownership of day-to-day financial records and purchasing processes, working closely with the directors, HR and our external accountants.
The role would suit someone who enjoys taking responsibility, working independently and being involved across a broad range of finance and purchasing activities within an established business.
Key responsibilities
Finance & Accounts
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date accounting records.
- Manage sales and purchase ledgers.
- Process supplier invoices and payments.
- Raise sales invoices and monitor outstanding debts.
- Carry out bank reconciliations.
- Manage credit control and follow up outstanding balances.
- Prepare VAT information and returns.
- Assist with month-end financial processes.
- Prepare financial information for management and external accountants.
- Assist with year-end accounts and statutory requirements.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure appropriate financial controls are followed.
- Support payroll administration using Sage 50 Payroll and undertake payroll processing when required.
- Assist with cash-flow monitoring and general financial reporting.
- Obtain and compare supplier quotations.
- Place purchase orders and ensure orders are received correctly.
- Maintain strong relationships with existing suppliers.
- Negotiate pricing and terms where appropriate.
- Monitor supplier performance and resolve invoice or delivery issues.
- Review supplier costs and identify opportunities for savings.
- Maintain appropriate purchasing records and controls.
- Work with colleagues to ensure purchasing represents good value for the business.
About you
We are looking for someone who is organised, commercially aware and comfortable taking responsibility for their own workload.
Ideally, you will have:
- Previous experience in a broad finance, accounts or bookkeeping role, preferably using Sage 50 Accounts.
- Strong knowledge of bookkeeping and day-to-day accounting processes.
- Experience with VAT and reconciliations.
- Good Excel and accounting software skills.
- Experience dealing with suppliers and purchasing.
- The ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.
- Excellent attention to detail.
- Good communication and negotiation skills.
- A practical, hands-on approach.
Experience of payroll would be advantageous, although it is not essential if you are willing and able to take this on as part of the role.
An AAT qualification or equivalent experience would also be advantageous. We are more interested in practical experience, competence and the ability to take ownership of the role than formal qualifications alone.
What we offer
- Competitive salary depending on experience.
- A varied role with genuine responsibility.
- The opportunity to take ownership of both finance and purchasing activities.
- A stable position within an established Northumberland business.
- Direct involvement with directors and external accountants.
- The opportunity to develop the role as the business evolves.
Above all, we are looking for someone who can take ownership of the day-to-day finance and purchasing activities, keep things organised and accurate, and proactively identify ways of improving processes and controlling costs.
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