Accounts Assistant

About Our Client

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

• 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

The Successful Applicant

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

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