Finance Administrator

Up to £32k per annum

Location: Corby

Full time, permanent

ENB are working with a Corby based client who are looking for a Finance Administrator to join their team on a full time, permanent basis.

As the Finance Administrator, your role will be to support the finance team with processing and reconciling supplier invoices and accounts and transactions relating to duties, taxes and invoicing.

Alongside the finance responsibilities, this person will also support the completion of customs paperwork (full training will be provided).

What will I be doing day to day?

Finance & Administration duties

• Process and reconcile supplier invoices using bespoke financial systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal procedures
• Raise customer invoices on a daily basis, checking for accuracy and ensuring orders are approved in line with agreed credit limits and that accounts are not overdue
• Support month-end processes, including reconciliations related to customs and logistics costs
• Maintain accurate financial records and appropriate supporting documentation
• Ensure adherence to internal controls and company financial policies
• Reconcile the Duty Deferment account
• Preparing, reviewing, and maintaining all import and export documentation, including commercial invoicing, packing lists, and customs declarations
• Liaise with freight forwarders, customs brokers, couriers, and dispatch teams to ensure the efficient clearance and delivery of goods
• Managing and maintaining all evidence required to support Rules of Origin claims on imports, ensuring documentation is accurate, complete, and audit ready
• Prepare clear and concise instructions for freight forwarders, customs agents, and logistics partners, resolving queries efficiently to prevent delays or compliance issues
• Monitor, reconcile, and report customs duties, import VAT, and associated charges
• Assist with the classification of goods (HS codes) and customs valuation in line with regulatory requirements
• Stay up to date with changes in international trade legislation, tariffs, and customs requirements, proactively adapting processes to ensure continued compliance

What skills & experience do I need?

• Previous experience in finance administration
• Will to train and understand the customs procedures and documentation
• Strong numerical, analytical, and reconciliation skills
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Teams, Microsoft SharePoint, and financial systems
• Proven problem-solving capability, with the ability to resolve customs clearance issues, shipment delays, and trade compliance challenges efficiently
• Experience working with freight forwarders or customs brokers (would be beneficial but not essential)