Sales Ledger Assistant / Accounts Receivable Clerk

A Sales Ledger Assistant / Accounts Receivable Clerk is required for a well-established company based in London. The role requires strong numerical skills, high attention to detail, and excellent verbal and written communication skills.

SALARY: £26,000 - £30,000 pro rata + Benefits

LOCATION: Hybrid Working with at least 1 day a week in the London office (EC3A)

JOB TYPE: Part-Time, Permanent

WORKING HOURS: 20 Hours per Week, Monday to Friday (4 Hours per Day). There could be some flexibility on the hours/days per week which will be discussed during the interview.

JOB OVERVIEW

The Sales Ledger Assistant / Accounts Receivable Clerk will be tasked with raising invoices, ensuring the prompt collection of payments, and cultivating positive working relationships with clients. This position necessitates exceptional organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, and the capacity to work effectively within a busy and demanding environment. You should be able to prioritise tasks, manage your workload efficiently, and communicate clearly and professionally with both internal teams and external stakeholders. Experience with relevant accounting software and a proactive approach to problem-solving would be advantageous.

DUTIES

• Generating and Issuing Invoices: Responsible for the timely creation and dispatch of sales invoices to customers, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company procedures.
• Credit Control and Debt Management: Proactive management of credit, including regular review of aged debtors reports, diligent follow-up with clients regarding outstanding balances and overdue accounts, and taking appropriate action to ensure prompt payment.
• Cash Flow and Bank Transactions: Updating cash flow forecasts and maintaining accurate records within the relevant systems for all daily bank transactions.
• Invoice Queries and Discrepancy Resolution: Assisting in investigating and resolving any discrepancies on invoices and responding effectively to customer billing enquiries.
• Accounts Receivable Reconciliation: Reconciling the accounts receivable ledger with the general ledger to ensure accuracy and identify any discrepancies.
• Internal Collaboration: Close collaboration and effective communication with internal teams, such as sales and customer service departments, to efficiently resolve any billing-related issues.
• Customer Account Management: Maintaining up-to-date and accurate records for all customer accounts, including the management of termination charges and the preparation of final accounts.
• New Customer Account Setup: Setting up new customer accounts on the system, which involves conducting necessary credit checks in line with company policy.
• Month-End Support: Providing support for month-end closing activities specifically related to accounts receivable, ensuring all tasks are completed accurately and within deadlines.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in an accounts receivable role.
• Strong numerical skills and attention to details.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• The ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong problem-solving skills.
• Good knowledge of MS Office, particularly Excel.
• Professionally qualified bookkeeper or qualified by experience.
• Practical experience of Sage is preferred but not essential.

BENEFITS

• 23 days’ holiday (pro rata) plus earn additional days for years of service.
• Additional day off on your birthday.
• Pension scheme.
• On the job training and study support (if required).
• Hybrid working at least 1 day a week in the office.

HOW TO APPLY

To be considered for this job vacancy, please submit your CV to our Recruitment Team who will review your details. CVs of Job Applicants meeting this requirement will be submitted to our Client for consideration. By submitting your job application to us you are hereby giving us your express consent to submit your details to our Client for this purpose.