On behalf of our client in the manufacturing sector, we are seeking a Finance Officer to join their growing finance team.

Responsibilities

As a Finance Officer with a focus on credit control, reporting to the Head of Finance, your main responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

Credit Control & Accounts Receivable:Monitor accounts receivable, ensure timely collection of payments, maintain accurate customer account records, and follow up on overdue invoices.
Contact customers by telephone and email regarding outstanding balances, negotiate payment plans where necessary, and monitor agreed arrangements.
Resolve billing discrepancies and respond to customer invoicing queries.
Allocate incoming payments accurately and prepare aged debtor and credit control reports.
Manage the Credit Control inbox and ensure all customer queries are addressed promptly and professionally.
Ensure customer and debtor information is accurate and up to date.
Collaborate with the Finance team to improve credit control processes and minimise bad debts.
Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable Maltese accounting and regulatory requirements.
Accounting & Clerical Support:Provide accounting and clerical support to the Finance department.
Post sales and purchase invoices, inventory movements, and other general ledger entries.
Assist with stocktakes and stock reconciliations.
Reconcile customer accounts and deposits to ensure accurate financial records.
Assist with month-end and year-end reporting and the preparation of documentation and reconciliations for annual audits.
Customer Account Administration:Manage establishment closures and ensure outstanding balances are addressed.
Process set-offs and ensure amounts are allocated to the correct accounts.
Process customer change-of-information forms and update customer records accordingly.
Ad Hoc Duties: Support the Head of Finance with various ad hoc tasks as required.

Requirements

A degree in Accounting, Finance, or a related field is preferred
Minimum 1–2 years in finance and/or credit control, accounts receivable, or a similar role.
Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office , particularly Excel.
Experience in Microsoft Dynamics and Power BI is considered an asset.
Understanding of credit control principles, invoicing, and Maltese financial regulations
Fluency in both English and Maltese is an advantage.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills
Strong attention to detail, organizational, and time management skills
Problem-solving ability and capability to work independently and collaboratively

About Us

AIMS International Malta, previously known as Papilio Talent was founded in 2020 and has quickly forged a reputation as one of the leading firms for Executive Search, Talent Development and Recruitment Services in Malta. We are based in the city of Valletta, a historic world heritage site that is the capital of Malta.As a trusted recruitment partner for a wide range of clients in Malta, we specialise in recruiting professionals within various roles and we assist in cross-border searches by looking for candidates that wish to work in Malta or assist Maltese companies looking to expand their operations overseas.

Finance Officer (South of Malta)

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