ABOUT US

Wellocks, is one of the leading UK food distributors in the hospitality industry. We provide fruit, vegetables, dairy, eggs, poultry, meat, store cupboard essentials and everything else chefs will need in their restaurant kitchen. Thanks to our highly skilled team, we also offer pre-prepared veg and freshly-made pasta which is a key part of our service.
From our humble beginnings in 1961 supplying potatoes to local pubs and restaurants, 60 years later we now supply over 1,200 restaurant kitchens across the country with amazing ingredients.
We’re proud to be part of the William Jackson Food Group, a dedicated family-owned food business which started in 1851. Our sister businesses are Abel & Cole, Jacksons Bakery and Belazu. Family values and the commitment which comes with such a long-standing business are rooted in our culture here at Wellocks.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Company events
• Company pension
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted or free food
• Employee discount
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Financial planning services
• Free flu jabs
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Paid volunteer time
• Referral programme

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Nelson BB9 5SR: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Nelson BB9 5S

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced Transactions Manager to take ownership of our credit control and purchase ledger functions. You will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity, optimising working capital and supporting smooth supplier & customer relationships.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Monitor and manage accounts receivable, ensuring timely collection of outstanding invoices.
• Conduct credit checks and set appropriate credit limits for customers.
• Resolve customer billing disputes and work closely with the Sales and Customer Service teams to address queries.
• Implement and improve credit control procedures to minimise bad debts and improve cash flow.
• Oversee the end-to-end accounts payable process, including invoice entry, approvals and payment runs.
• Ensure accurate posting of purchase invoices, credit notes, and supplier reconciliations.
• Manage relationships with key suppliers, handling queries and ensuring timely payments whilst maximising payment terms.
• Support month-end close with accruals, prepayments and ledger reviews.
• Ensure compliance with financial regulations, internal controls, and company policies in all financial operations and decision-making processes.