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Date Added: Fri 10/01/2025

Accounts Assistant

Ashford, UK
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Company: MICHAEL PAGE FINANCE

Job Type: Permanent, FullTime

Salary: £25,000 - £26,000 per annum

The successful candidate will be a valuable team member contributing to the financial health and growth of the business.

Client Details

Our client is a well-established firm with a strong presence in the industry

Description


· Monitor and manage the accounts receivable ledger to ensure timely collection of payments


· Communicate with clients via phone and email to follow up on outstanding invoices


· Prepare regular reports on outstanding debts and present findings to management


· Monitor credit limits


· Generation of monthly customer statements


· Organise and lead monthly Teams meetings with clients to resolve overdue balances


· Build strong work relationships with clients to act as the dedicated Accounts contact


· Post daily banking receipts and reconcile customer accounts


· Escalate and initiate legal proceedings with problematic debt


· To assess and credit check new and existing customers


· Enter and upload invoices on multiple and various client portals and resolve invoice disputes and rejections


· To process credit card receipts


· To send out supplier remittances


· Processing staff expenses


· Chasing subcontractors for lapsed insurance certificates


· Scanning, filing and logging account documents

Profile

A successful Accounts Assistant should have:

  • A strong understanding of accounting principles
  • Good numerical skills
  • Proficiency in MS Office and popular accounting software
  • A high degree of accuracy and attention to detail
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Strong communication skills for liaising with colleagues and clients

Job Offer

  • Salary £25000-£26000
  • A supportive and collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for professional development
  • A stable role with a reputable company
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