Your new company
A well-established and growing organisation is seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join their finance team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional to join a busy team and make an immediate impact in a supportive, office-based environment.
Your new role
As an Accounts Receivable Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting the day-to-day sales ledger function, ensuring customer accounts are maintained accurately and efficiently. Your duties will include:
Allocating customer payments
Raising and processing invoices
Supporting credit control activities
Resolving customer account queries and discrepancies
Raising credit notes
Problem-solving and investigating transactional issues
Providing support to the Purchase Ledger team
Reconciling supplier statements
Assisting with other ad hoc finance duties as required
What you'll need to succeed
Previous experience within an Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger role
Experience of allocating cash and invoicing
Knowledge of credit control processes
Ideally some Purchase Ledger experience, including statement reconciliations
Strong attention to detail and a high level of accuracy
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Available to start immediately or at short notice
What you'll get in return
Competitive salary of £28,000 - £30,000
6-month fixed-term contract
Immediate start opportunity
Full-time, office-based position
Supportive and collaborative finance team
Valuable experience within a busy finance function
Potential opportunity to extend
What you need to do now
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