Junior Accounts Assistant

Description

To provide effective accounts receivable support by processing and reconciling customer transactions, maintaining accurate financial records, resolving payment queries and discrepancies, and supporting debtor management, reporting, and finance administration activities to ensure the integrity of the organisation's financial data

Client Details

A successful and expanding organisation in the Retail sector you are expanding their finance department.

Description

Process customer payments, refunds, credit notes, and related financial transactions accurately and in a timely manner

Reconcile accounts receivable records, ensuring all transactions are correctly posted and allocated

Monitor and investigate payment discrepancies, over-payments, and unidentified receipts

Maintain and update financial logs, ledgers, and tracking spreadsheets

Manage and respond to queries via shared finance inboxes, ensuring prompt and professional communication

Liaise with internal departments, customers, and third parties to resolve outstanding issues

Support the administration of trade debtor accounts and assist with debt recovery processes where required

Prepare routine reports including aged debt analysis, reconciliation summaries, and month-end reporting

Assist with external monthly audit requirements by ensuring documentation and records are accurate and up to date

Support the finance team with general administrative and reconciliation duties

Understanding Movements between Accounts Payable and Accounts receivable to ensure that ledgers are maintained.

Profile

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

A strong understanding of sales ledger management and accounting principles.

Proficiency in using financial software and Microsoft Excel.

Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.

Clear and effective communication abilities, both written and verbal.

A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Experience in the retail industry or a similar sector is preferred.Job Offer

A competitive salary and benefits package

A permanent role within a collaborative and supportive team environment. xjnqpsq

An opportunity to grow and develop within the accounting and finance department.

Hybrid Work Available If you are detail-oriented and eager to contribute to a growing retail company in Gillingham apply today to take the next step in your career as a Accounts Assistant

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