Finance Assistant, Credit Control

Finance Assistant, Credit Control
Chichester
Hybrid Working Full-Time or Part-Time Considered

Rafferty Resourcing is delighted to be supporting a well-established and friendly Finance team based in the Chichester area. The team is looking to hire a Finance Assistant to manage credit control responsibilities.

This is a great opportunity for someone with previous finance experience who is looking to join a supportive and professional team environment.

Working Hours & Flexibility:

• Open to both full-time and part-time applicants
• Operational hours are 9:00am to 5:00pm, Monday to Friday
• Working hours must fall within this window
• Hybrid working available: typically 2 days in the office and 3 days from home
• Full-time office working also available if preferred
• Free on-site parking and a collaborative, open-plan office environment

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Finance Manager in overseeing daily credit control operations
• Manage debt recovery through professional communication by phone, email, and written correspondence
• Maintain and update customer accounts, including setting up new accounts
• Perform regular account reconciliations to ensure accuracy and completeness
• Collaborate closely with Sales and Customer Service teams to resolve customer queries and issues
• Review and approve customer orders that are on hold to ensure timely processing
• Accurately post cash receipts and allocate payments as required
• Liaise with external parties such as banks, auditors, and debt collection agencies
• Provide general administrative support to the finance team, including filing, document management, and data entry
• Assist with preparation and distribution of financial reports and correspondence
• Organise and maintain accurate records to support audits and compliance requirements

The Person:

Were looking for someone who:

• Has previous experience in credit control or a similar finance-related role
• Is highly organised and detail-oriented
• Has strong administration skills and the ability to manage workloads efficiently

Additional Information:

• Competitive salary based on a 37.5-hour week and negotiable depending on experience
• Salary will be paid pro rata for part-time applicants
• Full benefits package
• Immediate start available

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