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Assistant Management Accountant

Stockport
4 days ago
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Assistant Management Accountant/Finance Executive

Full Time (Permanent)
Salary: 30k dependant on experience

About Us
Distology is a leading specialist Cyber Security Distributor, dedicated to bringing innovative and disruptive security solutions to the market. Our team of experts works closely with vendors and partners to deliver cutting-edge security technologies that protect IT and Operational Technology (OT) environments.

Overview
We are seeking a driven and detail-focused Finance Executive to join our dynamic finance team in a fast-growing cybersecurity company. This is a key role in our finance function, responsible for overseeing accounts receivable and payable operations, managing client and supplier relationships, and ensuring accurate, timely financial processes. The ideal candidate will have a solid finance background and a passion for streamlining workflows and delivering excellent service to internal and external stakeholders.

Entry Requirements

  • AAT-qualified, part-qualified (ACCA/CIMA), or working toward it

  • 3+ years in a finance role, ideally within a dynamic or small team

  • Strong Excel and financial systems experience

  • Keen to learn and grow in a generalist finance role

  • Minimum GCSE grade C/4 in Maths and English

  • Experience using accounting software (e.g. Sage, or similar) is highly desirable

    Skills Requirements

  • Strong attention to detail and numerical accuracy

  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

  • Ability to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team environment

  • Organised, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

  • Confident in problem-solving and process improvement

  • Comfortable using digital tools and systems to streamline workflows

    Job Responsibilities

  • Oversee end-to-end accounts receivable and accounts payable processes

  • Manage customer account lifecycles: onboarding, billing, credit control, and dispute resolution

  • Assist with monthly management accounts whilst maintaining the accuracy of financial records, including processing and reconciling invoices and expenses.

  • Lead credit control efforts by proactively chasing outstanding payments and managing aged debt

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and suppliers, acting as the primary point of contact for account queries

  • Supervise and improve sales order and invoicing processes to ensure accuracy and efficiency

  • Maintain balance sheet reconciliations

  • Prepare journals, accruals, and prepayments

  • Provide insightful reports and analysis related to customer accounts and revenue streams

  • Identify opportunities for process improvement and support system upgrades and automation initiatives

    Job Benefits

    We value our people above everything, so the following really speaks to that:

  • 25 days holiday increasing for tenure, with the ability to buy/sell allowance.

  • Birthday off

  • Health & wellbeing investment

  • Free breakfast every day

  • Learning & development opportunities

  • Quarterly company values awards & travel incentives

  • Service awards for tenure every year

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Volunteering days

  • Team socials

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