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Accounts Assistant

Job Posted: 14 days ago

Salary: £ 16 - 17 / Hour
Job Type: Temporary
Location: Birmingham

Expire in: 14 days

Job Description

Currently recruiting for a sales ledger clerk to support the day-to-day operations of the finance function. This role combines accounts receivable and treasury responsibilities, ensuring accurate cash management, timely collections, and strong customer account administration. 
 
Key Responsibilities: 
 
Process and post customer payments, including BACS, card payments, and Direct Debits 
Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, investigating and resolving discrepancies promptly 
Allocate cash accurately to customer accounts, ensuring timely and correct matching of receipts 
Manage Direct Debit collections, including setup, submissions, and query resolution 
Monitor customer accounts and actively chase overdue debts to minimise aged receivables 
Review and maintain customer credit limits, supporting effective credit risk management 
Handle customer queries via phone and email, providing timely and professional resolutions 
Produce and distribute invoices, credit notes, and customer statements (weekly/monthly) 
Generate electronic statements and perform monthly mail merges 
Set up and maintain new customer accounts in line with company procedures 
Prepare and maintain weekly stop lists and escalate high-risk accounts where necessary 
Support month-end processes, including reporting on cash, aged debt, and reconciliations 
Assist with continuous improvement of finance processes and controls 
 
Key Skills & Experience: 
 
Previous experience in a finance or accounts receivable role 
Strong understanding of bank reconciliations and cash allocation processes 
Good working knowledge of accounting systems and Excel using v look ups 
High level of accuracy and attention to detail 
Strong communication skills with the ability to manage internal and external stakeholders 
Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment 
 
This is a temporary - permanent role based on the Birmingham Business Park near the NEC

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