Accounts Assistant (Sales Ledger)

Description:

Accounts Assistant (Sales Ledger)

Location: Near Cambridge (Office-based initially but hybrid thereafter)
Salary: up to £31k depending on experience
Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week)

Our client is a well-established and growing organisation, due to impending the retirement of a current staff member, they are seeking an Accounts Assistant to join their finance team and support the efficient management of the sales ledger function.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented finance professional looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring the smooth running of sales ledger activities. The position offers exposure to a broad range of finance functions and the opportunity to contribute to process improvements across the department.

Typical responsibilities include:

Raising and issuing sales invoices
Processing credit notes
Managing customer invoicing portals
Producing and distributing customer statements
Maintaining accurate customer account information
Performing credit control activities, including resolving account queries and monitoring credit limits
Managing sales ledger write-offs and overpayments
Working closely with internal and external contacts to resolve disputes
Posting customer receipts and performing bank reconciliations across multiple currencies
Assisting with continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancement
Providing cover and support across other finance functions when required
Assisting the Finance Manager with ad hoc finance and reporting tasks
We are keen to speak with candidates who have previous experience within a finance or accounts environment and who possess strong organisational and communication skills.  Applications are welcomed from individuals with the following skills and experience:

AAT qualified, part-qualified, or equivalent practical finance experience
Previous experience within a sales ledger, accounts receivable, or finance administration role
Strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
Good IT and systems skills, including Microsoft Office
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
Excellent communication and customer service skills
In return the client are able to offer the following skills and experience:

Salary between £28-31k depending on experience/qualifications
26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays
Pension scheme
Private healthcare provision
Flexible benefits package
Supportive team environment
Opportunities for professional development and career progression
Must live within a commutable distance from Cambridge and have own transport
If you are an enthusiastic finance professional looking for your next challenge within a growing and forward-thinking organisation, we would love to hear from you. Apply today for a confidential discussion about this opportunity.

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