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Accounts Assistant

Posted a day ago

  • Ashford, Kent
  • Permanent
  • £25,000 to £26,000 /Yr
  • Sponsored
  • Expires In a month

The successful candidate will be a valuable team member contributing to the financial health and growth of the business.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established firm with a strong presence in the industry

Description

� Monitor and manage the accounts receivable ledger to ensure timely collection of payments

� Communicate with clients via phone and email to follow up on outstanding invoices

� Prepare regular reports on outstanding debts and present findings to management

� Monitor credit limits

� Generation of monthly customer statements

� Organise and lead monthly Teams meetings with clients to resolve overdue balances

� Build strong work relationships with clients to act as the dedicated Accounts contact

� Post daily banking receipts and reconcile customer accounts

� Escalate and initiate legal proceedings with problematic debt

� To assess and credit check new and existing customers

� Enter and upload invoices on multiple and various client portals and resolve invoice disputes and rejections

� To process credit card receipts

� To send out supplier remittances

� Processing staff expenses

� Chasing subcontractors for lapsed insurance certificates

� Scanning, filing and logging account documents

Profile

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

  • A strong understanding of accounting principles
  • Good numerical skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office and popular accounting software
  • A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong communication skills for liaising with colleagues and clients

Job Offer

  • Salary �25000-�26000
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A stable role with a reputable company