Birmingham, United Kingdom
1 day ago
Credit Control and Accounts Assistant
Creating Peace of Mind by Pioneering Safety and Security

At Allegion, we help keep the people you know and love safe and secure where they live, work and visit. With more than 30 brands, 12,000+ employees globally and products sold in 130 countries, we specialize in security around the doorway and beyond. Additionally, in 2024 we were awarded the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, which recognizes the most engaged workplace cultures in the world.

Key Responsibilities

Management of accounts receivable portfolio. Including but not limited to:Onboarding of new accountsConducting credit checksMaintaining Accounts Receivable ledger within Microsoft Dynamics (AX) 2012, including allocating paymentsChasing overdue debts via phone calls and emailsReconciliation of Accounts Receivable ledgerProduction of Accounts Receivable metrics

Participate in Financial Planning and Analysis activities including (but not limited to):Analysis of Revenues, Accounts Receivable & other Financial Planning & Analysis areasCreation and maintenance of internal Commercial reportingInvolved in forecasting of cash and sales positions

Support the implementation and maintenance of effective financial controls and procedures in line with Sarbanes-Oxley ensuring compliance

Assistance in the preparation for audits and liaise with internal and external auditors as required

Involvement with Month End close activities, including but not limited to Accounts Receivable and Financial Planning & Analysis

Collaborate with other sites and departments to enhance processes, gather and analyse data

Any other ad-hoc duties

Study Support will be offered with this role upon completion of probation period

Skills, Experience & Education RequirementsBachelor’s degree or AAT Qualified, advantageous but not essentialPrevious experience of working in Finance environment, advantageousPrevious experience of Microsoft Dynamics, advantageousGood organisation and time management skillsStrong analytical skills, problem solving and attention to detailAbility to work independently and as part of a teamExcellent communication skills both spoken and written (clear and concise), in particular telephone manner, essentialProficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel

We Celebrate Who We Are! 

Allegion is committed to building and maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace.  Together, we embrace all differences and similarities among colleagues, as well as the differences and similarities within the relationships that we foster with customers, suppliers and the communities where we live and work. Whatever your background, experience, race, color, national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, disability status, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law, we will make sure that you have every opportunity to impress us in your application and the opportunity to give your best at work, not because we’re required to, but because it’s the right thing to do.   We are also committed to providing accommodations for persons with disabilities. If for any reason you cannot apply through our career site and require an accommodation or assistance, please contact our Talent Acquisition Team.

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