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Job Role : Accounts Clerk

GCB Cocoa UK is a new Chocolate and Cocoa processor based on the Essex/Suffolk border. We are currently seeking an Accounts Clerk to join our small on-site Finance team of two. In this role you will own the management and maintenance of the purchase ledger, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and processed in a timely manner.

Working Pattern:
Full time: 09.00 – 17.00, Monday – Friday (30 minute lunch break)

We are willing to consider part-time hours in this role.

We offer:

  • Salary of £28,000
  • Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme: 5% Employee pension contributions are matched by 5% Employer pension contribution.
  • 20 days annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 22 days after 2 years’ service, and 25 days after 5 years’ service.
  • Free on-site parking

Roles and Responsibilities:

  • Invoice Processing: Logging, maintaining, and filing invoices.
  • Payment Processing: Authorising and processing payments, including BACS payments.
  • Supplier Management: Liaising with suppliers, reconciling supplier statements, and maintaining accurate vendor details.
  • VAT Calculations: Calculating VAT payments on purchased items.
  • Expense Management: Handling staff expenses and petty cash.
  • Data Entry: Accurate entry of financial data into accounting software.
  • Reporting: Compiling and producing financial reports for management.
  • Compliance: Ensuring all transactions comply with company policies and relevant regulations.

Qualifications/Experience:

Essential:

  • Accuracy and Attention to Detail: Essential for managing financial records.
  • Numerical Skills: Strong ability to work with numbers.
  • IT Skills: Proficient in use of Microsoft Office 365 applications, especially Excel. Experience in working with accounting software or ERP systems a plus – our Company ERP system is Dynamics 365.
  • Communication Skills: Ability to liaise effectively with suppliers and internal teams.
  • Organisational Skills: Efficiently manage multiple tasks and deadlines.
  • Team Player: Ability to work collaboratively across teams.
  • Willing and able to learn: Able to learn new systems and processes

Desirable:

  • AAT Level 1 or equivalent experience in a similar role.

The ideal candidate will be a team player as well as self-motivated who carries out their duties to a high standard with confidence, honesty, and passion.

How to apply

A new GCB Cocoa UK team built on decades of experience in chocolate and cocoa production, sales & technical expertise.

Vertically integrated supply chain servicing a new Purpose Built Facility with a traditional liquid manufacturing process and a notable range of solid chocolate options. Fully segregated dairy free dark production line for a range of both solid and liquid chocolates.

A cocoa processing facility is planned on the same site with operations starting in 2024. Future expansions for both chocolates and semi finished to follow.