Finance Assistant

Cogent Staffing are recruiting for a Finance Assistant (Credit Control & Purchase Ledger) for our client based in Padiham. The ideal candidate will have prior experience in credit control or purchase ledger, exceptional attention to detail, and a proactive drive to grow into wider credit management responsibilities as the business expands.

Shifts & Salary

• Full-time, permanent position
• On-site (Padiham)
• £28,000 – £31,000 DOE
• Office hours

Key Responsibilities

• Track unpaid balances, issue account statements, and collect outstanding debts via phone and email.
• Log incoming payments correctly, reconcile customer balances, and solve ledger discrepancies.
• Handle account inquiries smoothly and negotiate structured payment plans when necessary.
• Generate aged debt reports and elevate high-risk or severely overdue accounts to executive management.
• Assist with legal escalations and third-party recovery services as required.
• Review and input vendor invoices promptly, matching them against delivery dockets and purchase orders.
• Troubleshoot vendor invoice issues and reconcile supplier statements.
• Draft scheduled payment runs for final management sign-off.
• Maintain up-to-date supplier records and assist with end-of-month reconciliations and general finance admin.

Key Requirements

• Proven track record working in purchase ledger, credit control, or a general finance environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel); experience with accounting platforms (such as Business Central) and AI tools (like Microsoft Copilot) is a strong advantage.
• Exceptional verbal and written skills, with a confident, diplomatic phone manner to build trust with suppliers and clients alike.
• Sharp eye for detail, strong organizational abilities, and a proactive desire to learn and take on higher-level duties over time.

If you have all of the requirements listed and are interested in this role, please apply with your CV attached.

At Cogent Staffing, we are committed to ethical recruitment practices and fostering an inclusive workplace. We actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of race, gender, disability, religion or belief, sexual orientation, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe that diversity enriches our teams and enhances our ability to serve our clients effectively.

We ensure that our recruitment processes are fair, transparent, and free from bias, promoting equal opportunities for all applicants.

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