Finance Assistant

FINANCE ASSISTANT

Bring accuracy to the numbers and energy to the team.

SALARY £30,000 LOCATION Mold, North Wales HOURS Full-time, office-based

Good with numbers? Great with people? Ready for your next opportunity?

We are looking for a diligent, organised and customer-focused Finance Assistant to join our friendly Head Office finance team. This is a very varied role where your accuracy, communication and follow-through will help keep our growing UK branch network running smoothly.

WHY JOIN US?

Jackson Fire & Security is a growing independent fire and security solutions provider. We support customers across education, social housing, property management, retail and other sectors, delivering everything from fire extinguisher servicing to major commercial installations.

You will join a small, supportive finance team and work with colleagues and branches across the UK. Your role will combine credit control, accounts receivable, accounts payable, bank reconciliation and reporting, giving you broad experience and plenty of variety.

THE ROLE IN ONE LINE Keep cash moving, records accurate and our branches well supported.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

CREDIT CONTROL

• Contact customers by phone, email and letter regarding overdue payments, in line with company policy.
• Respond promptly and professionally to customer and internal queries.
• Issue reminders and monthly statements and work with a collection agency or MCOL on more difficult debts.
• Build positive customer relationships while taking a confident and professional approach to payment collection.

ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE

• Allocate incoming payments accurately.
• Raise monthly invoices and produce credit notes when required.
• Take payments and maintain accurate customer account records.
• Keep relevant spreadsheets and systems up to date.

ACCOUNTS PAYABLE

• Prepare weekly payments to branches.
• Code, enter and scan supplier invoices.
• Reconcile supplier statements and support monthly payment runs.

BANKING & REPORTING

• Complete daily and monthly bank reconciliations.
• Help prepare debtor balance reports and aged debt analysis.
• Produce accurate weekly and monthly branch reports.

HR

• Approve and record holiday requests.
• Maintain employee files.
• Apply for and monitor employee security screening.

MONTH END

• Follow month end procedure in accordance with timetable.
• Reconcile branch spreadsheets
• Produce branch monthly reports and post in Xero.
• Maintain and enter monthly journals

GENERAL SUPPORT

• Answer telephone calls and deal with general queries professionally.
• Scan and organise documents and provide wider administrative support to the finance team.

YOU WILL FEEL AT HOME HERE IF YOU...

✓ Enjoy working with numbers: You are accurate, methodical and take pride in getting the detail right.

✓ Communicate confidently: You can discuss payments professionally and build strong relationships with customers and colleagues.

✓ Stay organised: You can manage priorities, meet regular deadlines and follow tasks through to completion.

✓ Take initiative: You are self-motivated, dependable and comfortable working independently when needed.

✓ Put service first: You bring a helpful, can-do approach and understand the importance of a positive customer experience.

✓ Are comfortable with technology: You can use Microsoft Office confidently, particularly Excel, and are willing to learn our systems.

Experience that matters: Some previous experience in an accounts, finance or credit control role is required. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

WHAT IS IN IT FOR YOU?

✓ £30,000 salary

a clear and competitive package

✓ 25 days annual leave

plus Bank Holidays

✓ Your birthday off

an additional day just for you

✓ Early Friday finish

a positive start to the weekend

✓ Private medical insurance

support for your health and wellbeing

✓ Company pension

helping you plan for the future

✓ Training and development

build confidence and broaden your skills

✓ Career opportunities

grow within the organisation

✓ Modern job-management software

systems designed to support your work

✓ Team events and socials

regular opportunities to connect

✓ Monthly recognition awards

celebrating outstanding contributions

✓ Christmas bonus

an additional seasonal benefit

ABOUT US

Established in 1991, Jackson Fire & Security has grown to become one of the UK’s respected independent fire and security solutions providers. Our continued growth is built on technical expertise, reliable service and strong relationships with our customers, branches and colleagues.

READY TO BE PART OF IT?

If you are looking for a varied finance role where your work will be valued and your development supported, we would love to hear from you.

APPLY TODAY

Please submit your CV and a short covering letter to [email protected]

All applications must be submitted directly. Strictly no agency calls or agency CV submissions.

Security screening

Due to the nature of our business, successful applicants will be subject to security screening in accordance with BS 7858.

Equal opportunities

Jackson Fire & Security is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. Applications are welcomed from people of all backgrounds, and hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications and business needs.

Pay: £30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Free parking
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance

Work Location: In person