Financial Officer

1 month ago

Northern Ireland, United Kingdom Service Care Legal Full time
Job Title: Accounts Receivable Officer

Service Care Solutions is recruiting on behalf of a local authority in the Newry and Mourne area for an Accounts Receivable Officer to join their team.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Accounts Receivable Officer to manage the debtors ledger, oversee bank reconciliations, and collect debts in line with Council policy and audit regulations.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain and update an accurate computerised debtors ledger
  • Ensure timely follow-up in line with Council policy and audit regulations
  • Oversee the reconciliation of bank accounts, Council loans, and cash controls
  • Manage debt collection processes, including chasing overdue payments and reporting on collection activities
  • Reconcile income for various accounts, including the General Registry Office, and prepare bank lodgements
  • Process cash intake, issue receipts, and prepare weekly bank lodgements
  • Handle general administrative duties, including managing calls, mail, and electronic filing systems
  • Review accounts for credit notes or refunds and liaise with customers to resolve payment issues
  • Update financial data in management systems and ensure accurate income and VAT classification allocation
  • Assist in year-end financial processes, including debtor ledger and bank account reconciliation
  • Maintain and update the Rents receivable register for Council properties
  • Monitor and distribute Euro currency rates to relevant departments
  • Process monthly reconciliations of Council credit cards
  • Prepare and reconcile claims for car park income and manage unpaid parking fines
  • Ensure adherence to Council policies and audit regulations in all financial transactions
Qualifications and Skills:
  • Proven experience in a financial or accounting role
  • Strong knowledge of financial management, debt collection, and reconciliation processes
  • Proficiency with financial software and management information systems (e.g., Sun, Vision, Konducta)
  • Excellent organisational and analytical skills
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
  • Attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy
Desirable Qualifications:
  • A relevant financial qualification or working towards (e.g., AAT, ACCA, or equivalent)
  • Experience in a public sector or Council environment

Service Care Solutions offers a £250 referral bonus for successful referrals.

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