Halecroft Recruitment
Assistant Cost Controller
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Assistant Cost Controller Opportunity in Runcorn, Cheshire
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Cost Controller to join a growing finance team within an established business based in Runcorn, Cheshire.
Apply promptly! A high volume of applicants is expected for the role as detailed below, do not wait to send your CV.
Working closely with the Lead Cost Controller, you will play an important role within the transactional finance function, supporting the accurate processing and control of costs, invoices, and supplier accounts.
Key Responsibilities
- Process a high volume of cost of sales, agency, and supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
- Carry out 3-way matching between purchase orders, goods received notes, and invoices.
- Manage the Accounts Department inbox, responding to supplier queries and ensuring issues are resolved promptly.
- Complete regular supplier statement reconciliations and investigate discrepancies.
- Assist with investigating and resolving aged items on the GRNI report.
- Process monthly credit card reconciliations and staff expense claims.
- Support the Lead Cost Controller with information and validation for weekly BACS payment runs.
- Assist with the accurate filing and tracking of subcontractor documentation, including administrative support relating to CIS and retention tracking.
- Support data cleansing and finance administration as part of ongoing systems and ERP development.
- Maintain accurate financial records and ensure processes are completed in line with company procedures.
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About You
We are looking for someone who is organised, detail-focused, and confident working within a busy finance environment.
Ideally, You Will Have
- 1–3 years' experience in Accounts Payable, Cost Control, Finance Administration, or a similar role.
- AAT part-qualified or currently studying would be advantageous.
- An understanding of double-entry bookkeeping and 3-way matching.
- Good Microsoft Excel skills and confidence working with financial data.
- Strong attention to detail and a methodical approach to processing information.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively to deadlines.
- A proactive approach with the confidence to investigate queries and resolve discrepancies.
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What's on Offer?
- Salary: £27,000
- Permanent position
- Runcorn, Cheshire
- Monday to Friday, fully office-based
- Opportunity to develop your finance and cost control experience.
- A varied role within a growing and evolving finance function.
If you're looking for your next step in finance and have strong attention to detail, excellent organisational skills, and a genuine interest in developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today through Halecroft Recruitment for more information.
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