Working Capital Associate

  • Norwich City FC
  • Norwich, UK
  • 29 Sep, 2024
Part time Business & Commercial EFL

Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a passionate and energetic candidate to join the Finance team at Norwich City Football Club in the role of Working Capital Associate.

We are looking for someone who is proactive and self-motivated, and in turn we can offer a rare, varied and fulfilling opportunity to embark on a career in the football industry. This is a fantastic role for any individual that is looking to progress their career in football finance. Full training and support will be given to the successful candidate alongside the option to study towards the AAT qualification.

This role is offered on a part-time (20-25) hour basis. 

Key tasks/responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Process purchase and sales ledger invoices accurately to Microsoft GP Dynamics.
  • Manage the accounts payable and receivable mailboxes to a high standard and if required, escalating any issues to the Working Capital Manager.
  • Ensure suppliers are paid and customers have paid in line with the Club’s terms and conditions, performing credit control duties and reconciling accounts.
  • Adding new suppliers and customers onto to Microsoft GP Dynamics.
  • Assist internal departments, suppliers and customers with queries if required.
  • Produce and report Working Capital KPI’s in a timely manner meeting any targets set by the Working Capital Manager.
  • Close Purchase and Sales Ledger on time in line with month end timetables.
  • Post bank payments and receipts onto Microsoft Dynamics GP, reconciling the bank accounts promptly, including coding the daily transactions accurately.
  • Process any supplier bank payments requested by the Working Capital Manager or Assistant Finance Director.
  • Prepare direct debit payments and AUDDIS reports, ensuring they are submitted to the bank on time.
  • Produce and reconcile balance sheet accounts to a high standard aligned to the reporting timetable.
  • Raise any purchase orders as requested by budget holders.
  • Supporting daily imports of the catering & retail EPOS systems.
  • Proactively work to review processes and implement improvements where possible.
  • Assist the Working Capital Manager and the finance team with any ad hoc tasks, as required.
  • To work to create an inclusive and wellbeing-focused culture in accordance with the Club’s A Home For Everyone Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) campaign and champion the Club’s Statement of Commitment for EDI.

As well as a competitive salary, the Club offers a range of fantastic benefits such as early access to matchday tickets and discounts in our restaurants and retail stores. Free on-site parking is available, and the role will be based at Carrow Road Stadium which has great nearby public transport links.