Accounts Assistant (Sales Ledger & Credit Control)

Location Hythe
Salary Up to £35K
Contract Permanent
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his is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive finance professional to join a supportive finance team, taking ownership of customer accounts, invoicing and debt management processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting cash flow through effective credit control procedures.

Key Responsibilities

·         Manage the end-to-end sales ledger process, including raising invoices, allocating payments, processing credit notes and reconciling customer accounts.

·         Maintain accurate customer records and resolve invoice or account queries in a timely manner.

·         Monitor outstanding debt, chasing overdue payments and maintaining aged debt reports.

·         Investigate and resolve payment disputes, escalating issues where appropriate.

·         Support credit control activities, including reviewing credit limits and helping to reduce aged debt.

·         Prepare regular debtor reports and assist with cash allocation and bank reconciliations.

·         Support month-end processes, audits and year-end activities.

·         Maintain accurate financial records while ensuring compliance with internal controls and company procedures.

·         Provide administrative support to the wider finance team as required.

·         The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a finance function and demonstrate a solid understanding of sales ledger and credit control processes.

 

Essential Skills & Experience

·         Previous experience in a Sales Ledger, Credit Control, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.

·         Strong communication and customer service skills.

·         Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.

·         Good numerical and analytical abilities.

·         Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.

·         Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.

·         Experience using accounting software.

·         Good understanding of accounts receivable and credit control procedures.

What's on Offer?

·         Opportunity to join a stable and growing business.

·         Supportive and collaborative working environment.

·         Varied role with responsibility and autonomy.

·         Ongoing development within a professional finance team.

·         Competitive salary and benefits package.

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Consultant

Joanne Gruodienė

Associate Director