Job Description
The Finance Specialist Cash Application is a full-time opportunity within the Enterprise Financial Services (EFS) team of Group Finance. The position is responsible for cash application activities for Accounts Receivable (AR) on behalf of Performance Coatings Group (PCG), and Consumer Brands Group (CBG). The successful candidate will have direct contact with our internal and external customers; build relationships with the sales organization and collaborate with finance colleagues of The Sherwin-Williams Company.
Job Description
The Finance Specialist Cash Application is a full-time opportunity within the Enterprise Financial Services (EFS) team of Group Finance. The position is responsible for cash application activities for Accounts Receivable (AR) on behalf of Performance Coatings Group (PCG), and Consumer Brands Group (CBG). The successful candidate will have direct contact with our internal and external customers; build relationships with the sales organization and collaborate with finance colleagues of The Sherwin-Williams Company.
Preferred location: Witney - UK
Responsibilities
- Process and apply customer payments accurately and timely across multiple cash application systems
- Ensure accurate cash allocation and resolve payment discrepancies to maintain customer account integrity
- Post and apply payments from a variety of sources, including BACS, SWIFT, and credit card receipts
- Liaise with customers and internal stakeholders to obtain remittance information and resolve payment queries
- Reconcile bank statements, cash receipts, and open payment reports across ERP systems
- Investigate and reconcile complex payment transactions and major customer accounts
- Support audit activities by maintaining accurate records and providing required documentation
- Contribute to process improvements, system enhancements, and operational efficiencies within the cash application function
- Maintain clear documentation of deductions, chargebacks, transfers, refunds, and other cash-related transactions
- Collaborate with Credit, Accounting, and Finance teams to support effective cash management and reporting
Qualifications
- High school diploma required; Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Knowledge of finance and accounting within an Accounts Receivable environment.
- Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
- Basic accounting knowledge and strong numerical aptitude.
- Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills, with a customer-focused approach.
- Experience in accounting, customer service, Oracle Cash Application, or a similar finance environment would be an advantage.
What we Offer:
- The established salary range for this position is £33,561 - £43,249
- Company pension
- Work-Life Balance: We value your personal time and well-being.
- Career Opportunities: Grow within a truly international business.
- Ongoing Training and Support: Continuous learning and development opportunities.
Pay Transparency
The salary range shown refers to base salary only. In addition to this, we offer a broader total reward package which may include bonus or incentive pay, relevant allowances, and a range of competitive benefits. We encourage candidates to consider the full package when evaluating an offer.
Salary is determined using a structured and objective framework, taking into account the role's responsibilities, required skills and experience, market benchmarks, and internal equity. This ensures pay decisions are fair, consistent, and aligned with our commitment to equal pay and legal compliance.
About Us
At Sherwin-Williams, our purpose is to inspire and improve the world by coloring and protecting what matters. Our paints, coatings and innovative solutions make the places and spaces in our world brighter and stronger. Your skills, talent and passion make it possible to live this purpose, and for customers and our business to achieve great results. Sherwin-Williams is a place that takes its stability, growth and momentum and translates it to possibility for our people. Our people are behind the strength of our success, and we invest and support you in:
Life ... with rewards, benefits and the flexibility to enhance your health and well-being
Career ... with opportunities to learn, develop new skills and grow your contribution
Connection ... with an inclusive team and commitment to our own and broader communities
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Eligibility to Work
You will need to provide proof of right to work. It is a condition of any offer of employment we make to you that you have the permission to work in the country for the role for which you are applying for.
Equal Opportunity Employer
An equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against based on race, colour, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, ethnic or national origin, disability, age pregnancy or maternity, marital or civil partner status, or any other protected characteristic prohibited by law.
Please be aware, Sherwin-Williams recruiting team members will never request a candidate to provide a payment, ask for financial information, or sensitive personal information like national identification numbers, date of birth, or bank account numbers during the application process.
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