At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage sales ledger, invoicing, and credit control processes to support financial accuracy.
- Company: Join a stable and growing business in a supportive finance team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, hybrid work model, and ongoing professional development.
- Other info: Enjoy a varied role with responsibility and autonomy in a collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Take ownership of customer accounts and make a real impact on cash flow management.
- Qualifications: Experience in finance roles with strong communication and analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 27900 - 34100 £ per year.
Accounts Assistant (Sales Ledger & Credit Control) | Hythe/Hybrid (4 days office and 1 home) | Up to £35,000
Cobb & Jones are currently supporting a well-established and growing business in Kent to recruit an Accounts Assistant with a strong focus on Sales Ledger and Credit Control.
This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive finance professional to join a supportive finance team, taking ownership of customer accounts, invoicing and debt management processes.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting cash flow through effective credit control procedures.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the end-to-end sales ledger process, including raising invoices, allocating payments, processing credit notes and reconciling customer accounts.
- Maintain accurate customer records and resolve invoice or account queries in a timely manner.
- Monitor outstanding debt, chasing overdue payments and maintaining aged debt reports.
- Investigate and resolve payment disputes, escalating issues where appropriate.
- Support credit control activities, including reviewing credit limits and helping to reduce aged debt.
- Prepare regular debtor reports and assist with cash allocation and bank reconciliations.
- Support month-end processes, audits and year-end activities.
- Maintain accurate financial records while ensuring compliance with internal controls and company procedures.
- Provide administrative support to the wider finance team as required.
- The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a finance function and demonstrate a solid understanding of sales ledger and credit control processes.
Essential Skills & Experience
- Previous experience in a Sales Ledger, Credit Control, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
- Good numerical and analytical abilities.
- Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
- Experience using accounting software.
- Good understanding of accounts receivable and credit control procedures.
What's on Offer?
- Opportunity to join a stable and growing business.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Varied role with responsibility and autonomy.
- Ongoing development within a professional finance team.
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Accounts Assistant Credit Control in Hythe employer: Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited Careers
Join a leading international manufacturing organisation in Dartford, where you will thrive in a people-first culture that prioritises employee well-being and development. As a Financial Controller, you will benefit from an outstanding salary and benefits package, including flexible hybrid working arrangements, generous holiday allowance, and a strong pension scheme, all while playing a pivotal role in driving financial excellence and transformation within a dynamic team. This is an exceptional opportunity for growth and collaboration in a fast-paced environment that values accountability and continuous improvement.
Contact Details:
Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited Careers Recruitment Team
