Accounts Receivable Assistant
Sector: Higher Education
Location: South East
Contract: 12 Month Interim Contract
Rate: £20 - £25 per hour
Working Pattern: Hybrid, 2 days per week on site
We are working with a prestigious university based in the South East to recruit an experienced Accounts Receivable Assistant for a 12 month interim assignment.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a busy finance function, supporting the effective management of accounts receivable, invoicing, payment processing and customer accounts.
The successful candidate will have previous experience working within a Higher Education finance environment, strong attention to detail and the ability to manage a varied workload while delivering
excellent customer service.
Key Responsibilities
- Create, maintain and manage customer accounts, including undertaking credit checks and appropriate due diligence.
- Process invoices, credit notes and account adjustments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with financial procedures.
- Manage incoming payments, including receipting, allocation and investigation of unidentified or unapplied receipts.
- Process refunds to students, funders and other customers, ensuring appropriate authorisation and accurate recording.
- Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, supporting bank reconciliation processes.
- Liaise with students, academic departments, internal finance teams and external customers to resolve billing and payment queries.
- Utilise financial systems, including Oracle and other payment platforms, to maintain accurate financial records.
Essential Experience
- Previous finance experience within a Higher Education institution is essential.
- Proven experience in accounts receivable, sales ledger or a similar transactional finance role.
- Experience processing invoices, allocating payments and resolving account discrepancies.
- Good understanding of accounting principles and financial procedures.
- Experience using financial accounting systems
- Strong Excel skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication, organisational and customer service skills.
- Ability to work independently, prioritise workloads and meet deadlines.
- Familiarity with Higher Education payment processes and student finance transactions.
- Knowledge of credit control procedures and credit risk assessments.
Please note: Previous Higher Education finance experience is essential for this position.
Accounts Receivable Assistant in City of London employer: Cedar
Join a dynamic London-based organisation that values innovation and collaboration, offering a hybrid working model that promotes work-life balance. With a strong focus on employee development, you will have access to continuous training and growth opportunities while working on prestigious M&E projects. The supportive work culture encourages teamwork and creativity, making it an excellent place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding careers.
