Phoenix Inspection Systems Limited
Financial Assistant
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Finance Assistant – Phoenix Inspection Systems Limited
Company: Phoenix Inspection Systems Limited (“PISL” or “Company”) Location: Warrington Reports to: Finance Manager Admin Role: Accounts payable, accounts receivable, reconciliations, ledger management, reporting
Position Summary
The Finance Assistant will manage daily financial operations, including transaction processing, reconciliations, vendor payments, credit control, and month-end closings for Phoenix Inspection Systems Limited (PISL) and its sister company, Dantec Dynamics Limited. Based in Warrington, this role requires accuracy, attention to detail, and proficiency in accounting processes to ensure efficient and compliant financial handling under the guidance of the Fininance Manager.
Key Duties & Responsibilities
Accounts Payable & Expenses
- Collect and process vendor invoices, matching against purchase orders, receiving documents, and requisitions before entering into the ERP system
- Reconcile supplier statements and generate reports for timely payments
- Resolve purchase order discrepancies and address invoicing inconsistencies
- Ensure accounts payable ledgers are reconciled and all invoices are accurately posted
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Supplier & Debtor Management
- Process personal expense claims and verify eligibility
- Become the credit control lead, generating monthly customer statements
- Chase overdue payment enquiries and escalateolve late payments with clients
- Post cash and accounts receivable transactions to maintain customer ledgers
Reconciliations & Reporting
- Reconcile bank accounts and credit card statements, identifying any discrepancies
- Reconcile customer balances and supplier invoices monthly
- Generate weekly sales/orders and cash flow forecasts for management
Accounts & Audit Support
- Assist in preparing periodic financial statements under UK-GAAP
- Compile records for internal/external audits, statutory accounts, and VAT returns
- Gather historical data for budgeting and forecasting
Additional Duties
- Support annual stock control and inventory audits
- Undertake further duties assigned by the Company Accountant
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Qualifications & Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in accounts payable/receivable, two preferred
- Preferable background in non-destructive testing (NDT), technology or industrial sectors
- Basic knowledge of double-entry bookkeeping
- High attention to detail with speedy reconciliation skills
- Discrepancy-spotting and problem-resolution capabilities
- Ability to prioritise and meet tight deadlines in fast-paced work
- Experience with Acumatica or NetSuite accounting software (a plus)
Essential Competencies
- Proficiency in ERP systems with Microsoft Excel (O365) being core
- Strong written and verbal communication for client interactions
- Problem-solving mindset
- Continuous improvement orientation
About Phoenix Inspection Systems Limited
Phoenix and Dantec Dynamics provide high-end NDT/fluid mechanics instrumentation, serving markets including Oil & Gas, Defence, and UK Healthcare diagnostics.
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