Equip Outdoor Technologies UK Ltd based in Alfreton, Derbyshire specialise in the design and marketing of technical outdoor clothing and equipment. Our experienced and enthusiastic team develop innovative designs, manufactured to the highest standard and brought to market throughout the world. Equip Outdoor Technologies own and operate two leading aspirational outdoor brands, Rab and Lowe Alpine. For further information on Equip please visit our website at
Our team is based at our Head Office just outside The Peak District National Park off jct28 of the M1 corridor.
We are recruiting for a Finance Assistant (Direct to Consumer) to join our finance team based at our Head Office in Alfreton, Derbyshire.
This role forms part of the Treasury, Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable team with responsibility for maintaining financial records, ensuring accuracy and timely recording of accounting transactions. You will ensure that key month end and day to day activities are complete in a robust and timely manner and provide support to the wider finance team.
Key Responsibilities of Finance Assistant (Direct to Consumer) (including but not limited to):
* Manage all direct-to-consumer payments and receipts in the accounts.
* Own the financial element of PayPal and Adyen, and be responsible for all queries and resolutions relating to payments.
* Work closely with the Ecommerce team, Digital Marketing and Shop Managers to review accounts and deal with queries.
* Have access to all overseas bank accounts and assist with queries on payments
* Assist in weekly payment runs for the overseas companies
* Work with Country Managers and Admin staff in overseas subsidiaries
* Assist in daily bank account reconciliations for the overseas companies
* Assist in work on the balances and reconciliation of vendor ledgers for overseas
* Intercompany postings and reconciliation of balances
* Dealing with customers and suppliers by telephone and email
* Processing & preparation of month end reports
* Support with credit card and personal expense claims
* Providing administration support to the Finance Team and wider business as required
To join us as Finance Assistant (Direct to Consumer) you must have:
Essential
* Previous experience in a similar role including entering financial information
* Experience of subsidiaries or working with overseas companies
* MS Office knowledge and experience including Excel
* Effective communication skills at all levels
* Ability to work as part of a team
* Ability to work accurately under pressure and to deadlines
* Diligent and accurate approach to work with excellent attention to detail
* Ability to prioritise workload and set clear timescales for completion
Desirable
* Experience of using Navision, HSBC.net & Evolve
* Ability to work in a fast paced and growing environment
* Studying towards a recognised qualification relevant to the role
* Current full driving licence
Salary and Benefits:
* Salary range £25,461 - £27,675 per annum, commensurate with qualifications, skills and experience
* Contributory company pension scheme, subject to qualifying conditions
* Life Assurance Scheme
* Hybrid working (discretionary basis, determined by business need) as well as an early finish on Fridays!
* Employee Wellbeing Programme
* Free, unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning training resources
* Great staff discounts on our Rab and Lowe Alpine products
* Reciprocal trade discounts on climbing, bikes, camping, sailing and running equipment
* Casual dress code
* Modern office facilities with free on-site parking and we are proud to be a climate neutral company
Closing date for applications is 9 March 2025
For general enquiries please contact: recruitment@equipuk.com
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Our people are part of one team that is geared to achieving success for the company, and we are strongly committed to inclusivity, promoting equality and celebrating diversity among our staff.
We are looking for people who are passionate about and can help live our values of
Synergy, Ingenuity, Ambition, Determination and Integrity.