Accounts Receivable Assistant
Calling All Food Enthusiasts, YES you!
Whether you are a connoisseur of fine dining or simply have an insatiable love for all things delicious, Macphie invites you to join our flavourful journey! Have you ever savoured a mouthwatering dish at your favourite restaurant? Chances are the magic behind those culinary delights comes from Macphie - where we infuse simplicity into clever food and turn ingredients into magic.
Now, let us introduce ourselves – Macphie, an internationally acclaimed family ingredient manufacturer, with our headquarters proudly situated in the picturesque and tranquil landscapes of Glenbervie in Aberdeenshire. Our expertise spans across a spectrum of delectable delights, including sauces, bakery creations, and heavenly ice cream toppings. We also cater to the evolving culinary landscape with our plant-based and gluten-free offerings. Trusted partners to some of the globe's leading food brands, we are dedicated to transforming ideas and creativity into tangible, delectable solutions.
But what truly makes us stand out? It is our people!
Are you ready to be a part of our Sweet and Savory success story? If the answer is a resounding YES, keep reading, because we are on the lookout to expand our friendly team within, accounts and we are looking for an experienced Accounts Receivable Assistant to work Monday to Friday at our Glenbervie or Uddingston.
The role:
As our Accounts Receivable Assistant, you will take ownership of the customer ledger, making sure the accounts are being kept up to date with minimum debt. Working under the guidance of the team leader, the ARA will play a crucial role in identifying and rectifying any potential bad debt.
If you are passionate about the food industry, have strong understanding of the accounts receivable function, and thrives in a fast-paced environment then this could be the role for you.
Day-to-day tasks will include:

• Run credit checks for potential new customers updating the ERP system with outcome, along with updating current customers credit limits as and when required.
• Daily processing of cash receipts into the ERP system.
• Actively communicate with customers with the aim of minimising the days sales outstanding, in accordance with predetermined credit control and credit insurance procedures.
• Enter customer invoices onto customer intranet portals.
• Ensure sales ledger accounts are reviewed regularly to identify outstanding queries, and process adjustments for bank charges/foreign exchange differences as required.
• Work on resolving any credit failed orders, ensuring customer, mill store, and commercial representative are kept informed as required.
• Assist customers with account queries promptly.
• Prepare and distribute Aged Debt reports as required.
• Update weekly currency exchange rates on system, download relevant back up.
• Review and action any contras required between the sales and purchasing ledgers.
• Ownership of the employee credit card process from start to end; distribute statements, follow up on any not returned in time manner, escalate where necessary, processed returned claim forms. Maintain and update credit card tracker.
• Update the TSS portal on a regular basis.

About You

• Proven experience as accounts receivable assistant or other similar position.
• Solid knowledge of bad debts and how to resolve with customers.
• Excellent knowledge of accounts receivable processes.
• Understanding of credit limits and insurance.
• Working knowledge of MS Office (especially excel) and accounting software (e.g. SAP).
• Well-organized with ability to prioritize.
• Very good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
• Ability to produce customer reports and communicate complicated information to a wide range of audiences.
• Prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Motivated self-starter with a positive and proactive attitude to all challenges.
• Good attention to detail and accuracy.
• A team player who can work with stakeholder in other functions to achieve objectives.
• Energetic with a sense of urgency.

Indulge in the Sweet Perks of Joining Macphie!
At Macphie, we believe in crafting not only delightful culinary experiences but also providing our team with a recipe for success in their professional lives. Here's a taste of how we'll look after you as part of our Sweet Success:

• Annual Leave Oasis: Recharge your batteries with a generous annual leave entitlement of 23 days, plus 9 public holidays, giving you a refreshing total of 32 days to explore, relax, and savor life outside of work.
• Profit-Related Pay (PRP): Your dedication won't go unnoticed! Enjoy conditional PRP, aligning with our company's performance and rewarding your commitment to our shared success.
• Pension Perks: Secure your financial future with our pension enrollment, where you contribute 5%, and we match it with a 3% employer contribution.
• Health and Wellness Buffet: We care about your well-being. Access our Employee Assistance Program, a 24/7 GP line, and indulge in our cycle-to-work scheme. Keep your mind and body in top shape with our Leisure Subsidy Scheme and free fruit offerings.
• Eco-Friendly Commute: Embrace sustainable living with our electric car charging stations. Enjoy the convenience of free parking while contributing to a greener planet.
• Lifelong Learning: Cultivate your mind with our company further education scheme and unlock opportunities for personal and professional growth.
• Family First: We support your journey into parenthood with enhanced maternity, paternity, and adoption pay.
• Exclusive Employee Benefits: Revel in exclusive perks like an education bursary via our employee trust and Funeral Concierge provided by Everest Funeral Concierge Service (a brand-new benefit that's yet to be briefed to employees).
• Beyond Probation: Once you've proven your commitment over the initial three months, unlock an array of group benefits, including private medical insurance from Westfield Health, permanent health insurance, and 3x death in service life assurance.

And now, let us talk about what we need from you:
Like every employer, legally, we require to check and confirm that you have the right to work in the UK. If we offer you a job and you accept, there are some checks that we need to complete before you can start with us. In addition to the above, we will also collect satisfactory employment references.
Ready to Join the Culinary Adventure? Successful applicants will be invited, to participate in a face-to-face interview at our office at Glenbervie or Uddingston depending on where you are located. Indulge your passion for food, elevate your career, and join us at Macphie, where every day is a celebration of Sweet Success!
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:

• Canteen
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance
• Referral programme
• Sick pay

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Accounts Receivable: 3 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person