We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established business based near Peterlee. They are seeking a Credit Control Assistant to join their team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Input weekly timesheets and purchase invoices into the Opera system
• Perform Sales Ledger tasks: invoicing, processing receipts, preparing statements, and resolving account queries
• Process cash book receipts/remittances in Opera and Job Logic
• Carry out bank reconciliations and monitor customer accounts daily, tracking overdue balances and forecasting payments.
• Generate weekly debtor reports using XRL
• Assist with month-end/year-end audits and CIS Scheme management
• Provide ad hoc support as required

Skills and Experience Required:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Experience with accounting software (desirable)
• Excellent communication and telephone manner
• Ability to work under pressure and solve problems proactively

Benefits:

• Salary: £24,000-£29,000
• 26 days holiday + bank holidays (3 days over Christmas)
• 5% pension contribution
• Private healthcare