Credit Control and Accounts Payable Manager (6 months FTC)

About the role

This role is a fixed term role with a view to go permanent. Initially we are looking to appoint on a 6 months fixed term contract.   

What will you be doing? 

Credit Control:

• Monitor and manage the company's accounts receivable ledger.
• Conduct credit checks on new customers and establish credit limits.
• Generate and send out invoices and account statements.
• Follow up on overdue invoices and payments through phone calls, emails, and letters.
• Negotiate payment plans and credit terms with customers.
• Record and reconcile incoming payments.
• Prepare regular reports on aging accounts, outstanding receivables, and collection activities.
• Liaise with sales and customer service teams to resolve payment disputes.
• Implement and maintain credit control policies and procedures. 

Accounts Payable:

• Process and verify supplier invoices for goods and services received.
• Ensure timely and accurate payment of supplier invoices, expense claims, and other payables.
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve any discrepancies.
• Maintain accurate records of all transactions in the accounting system.
• Prepare and process electronic transfers and payments.
• Monitor accounts to ensure payments are up to date and within agreed terms.
• Manage the setup and maintenance of supplier accounts.
• Assist in month-end closing processes, including accruals and reconciliations.
• Generate and maintain reports related to accounts payable activities.

General Tasks:

• Maintain organized and up-to-date financial records.
• Assist with audits and provide necessary documentation and support.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and accuracy.
• Collaborate with other finance team members and provide support as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Finance Manager.

About you

We are looking for; 

• Proven experience in credit control and/or accounts payable roles.
• Proficiency in Sage 200 accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

 Ideally we would like you to have (not essential): 

• Experience of working with public sector and/or educational funding contracts, the DfE & ESFA
• Electrical industry knowledge
• Experience using Accessplanit software.

Our Story And Mission

Our vision is for a world in which everyone has the skills and opportunities to succeed. We support almost five million people each year to develop skills that help them into a job, develop on that job and to prepare for their next job. As a charity, we’re proud that everything we do is focused on achieving this purpose.

Through our assessment and credentialing, corporate learning and technical training offers, we partner with our customers to deliver work-based learning programmes that build competency to support better prospects for people, organisations and wider society. We create flexible learning pathways that support lifelong employability, because we believe that people deserve the opportunity to (re)train and (re)learn again and again – gaining new skills at every stage of life, regardless of where they start.

At the heart of our business sits the City & Guilds Foundation which amplifies our purpose by helping to remove barriers to getting into a job, celebrating best practice on the job, and advocating for jobs of the future. 

We were founded in 1878 by the City of London and the trade guilds of the time, to help people, organisations and economies to develop their skills for growth.

Our rich experience means we’re uniquely positioned to understand the future of work and learning. And we continually evolve to develop and deliver skills for the workplace of the future. Today, as well as qualifications and assessment, we offer digital credentialing, eLearning technologies, executive leadership development, technical training and consultancy.

Our success is driven by the people we work with. We pride ourselves on our ability to offer an equal opportunity to all our staff and we value diversity within our inclusive culture. We recognise that a diverse workforce is the only way we will achieve our ambitious business goals, so we work hard to be flexible to accommodate everyone. 

What we offer

• Competitive salary, based on experience
• 25 days annual leave plus Christmas shutdown and bank holidays
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression
• Friendly workplace culture
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Wellbeing and mindfulness app Wisdom
• Later life planning "Care Concierge" and Bereavement support
• Coaching (rapid coaching, 1-2-1 coaching, peer coaching, strength coaching)
• Enhanced pension
• Additional free volunteering days

Safeguarding Statement

Trade Skills 4U is committed to the safe recruitment, selection and vetting of all staff, including the checking of application forms and the obtaining of references. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate checks, including (depending on the role) an enhanced DBS disclosure as well as providing proof of the right to work in the UK. For roles undertaking regulated activity this will include not being able to accept applications from candidates who are barred from working with children.

Next Steps and how to apply

If you think this is the role and organisation for you then we would love to hear from you.  Please submit your CV and complete our short application form using the apply button.

We shortlist for our vacancies on an ongoing basis, and we may close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date. Please can you submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.