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Finance Administrator

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Posting date: 13 May 2024
Salary: £12.50 per hour
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 10 June 2024
Location: Lancashire, FY2
Company: ICare Group
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: ORG5165-KC1049750BlaFA

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Summary

Join ICare Group: Where passionate hearts shape the future of compassionate care.

Are you passionate about making a difference in people's lives? ICare Group is seeking a dedicated individual to join our team as a Sales Ledger. As a crucial member of our team, you will be shaping the future of ICare Group.

Work from the Heart of Homes:

We bring comfort and care directly to the doorsteps of those who require assistance. With ICare Group, you'll be an integral part of enhancing the quality of life for individuals in the comfort of their homes.

Make a Meaningful Impact:

Empower and uplift the lives of those who may need a helping hand.

Collaborative and Supportive Environment:

Join a team that values your contributions and supports your growth. ICare Group fosters a collaborative environment where your skills and dedication are recognized, appreciated, and rewarded.

Diverse Opportunities:

Whether you're experienced or new to the field, ICare Group provides training and development opportunities to all employees to enhance your skills and expand your career in the healthcare industry.

Benefits:


The ICare Group ‘Refer a Friend’ Scheme - £125 for both you and your referral (terms conditions apply)
We reward our teams for their commitment to ICare with Quarterly and Annual Awards
Employee benefits program, including Cyclescheme, Techscheme, byond cashback card and further ‘extras’ discounts (terms and conditions apply)
We will cover costs incurred if you ever require to take a toll road / bridge / tunnel route to and from ICare place of work (terms and conditions apply)
We will cover costs incurred for your Blue Light Card - Highstreet discounts at 100’s of great retailers and well-known brands!
Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers free, practical, impartial support for you and your family
Access to a dedicated and proactive People and Wellbeing team


A day in the life of a Finance Administrator (Sales Ledger and Credit Control)

Supporting company operations by effective administration of the sales ledger and credit control processes with high focus on exceptional customer service. Your purpose is to ensure all sales ledger postings are made in a timely manner to be certain that the sales ledger is up to date and accurate at all times. Control debt and eliminate associated financial risks.


To take responsibility for the Sales Ledger and Credit Control system and the accuracy of invoices and debtor information, to ensure relevant client files and databases are kept up to date, for four companies within ICare.
Liaise with the assistant accountant to help maintain accurate cash flow.
Follow local authority guidelines on debt collection and keep them informed.
Process customer Direct Debit Forms and Payments via BACS.
Enter all Sales Invoices onto Sage, carrying out a monthly reconciliation of all sales.
To act as a source of advice on the day-to-day details of the sales ledger system and to respond to their enquiries.
Liaise with internal operational teams on the day-to-day sales enquiries.
Collate information regarding problems debts or special cases to transfer to social services.
Monitor all invoices issued and payments received to maintain accurate debtor information.
Carry out weekly banking for all payments received to the office for invoices issued.
Weekly cash flow completions and support finance manager with monthly accounts preparation.


Must haves


Highly proficient in IT systems, spreadsheets (with ability to understand formulas), databases, writing professional letters.
Previous experience dealing with the public / customer service
Strong administrative and numerical skills.
GCSE passes or equivalent in Maths and English.
Able to deal effectively with contracts and administrative staff of local authorities and to understand their needs and constraints.
Exceptional communication and organisational skills.
Friendly, positive, and supporting attitude.
Passion for helping those in need and wanting to make a real difference.
Ability to work alone and as part of a team.
Willingness to work flexibly and reliably.
Willing to go through necessary background checks.


Nice to haves but not essential


Knowledge of SAGE Accounts.
Experience of working in an accounts background.
Experience of working in the care sector.
Recognised administrative or accountancy qualification.


How to Apply:

Ready to embark on a fulfilling journey with ICare Group? Hit apply to be a part of a team that cares deeply about both its clients and its caregivers! Check out our careers page careers.icaregroup.co.uk

Join ICare Group in making a positive impact on lives – one home at a time. Your dedication can be the light that brightens someone's day!

Our culture of equal opportunities

ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer who is dedicated to fostering a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any applicable legally protected characteristic. We’re committed to providing applicants with any reasonable adjustments or accommodations needed. To advise us of any support you require during the recruitment process, please contact us.

Please note we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive suitable applications. Due to the number of applications we receive, we may not always be able to respond.

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