Responsible for managing the accounts receivable process for the Company
Work with customers to resolve any issues that may arise with their accounts
Assist the Financial Controller with day-to-day operations, including Accounts Receivable
Customer invoicing and accounting for billing changes, cancellations, credit notes and refunds
Responding to queries from customers (and colleagues in customer facing departments)
Preparing regular timely reports on the accounts receivable position for management
Monitoring customers’ accounts and following-up on late payments
Negotiating payment plans with customers
Allocating cash receipts and credit notes promptly to ensure the accuracy of the sales ledger
Participating in tasks and responsibilities relating to the month end / year end accounting and balance sheet control
Supporting as needed with annual accounts / corporation tax filings, VAT returns and ONS surveys
Project work as appropriate and as capacity allows
Occasional adhoc cover for the accounts payable function
Performing other duties as assigned by the Finance Director or Financial Controller

Part-qualified ACA/ACCA/CIMA with significant practical experience across a broad range of accounting and financial operations responsibilities
Technical Part qualified (ACA/ACCA/CIMA) or QBE equivalent
Experience of Credit Control, Accounts Receivable and general accounting
Experience using Xero
Excellent Excel skills

Accounts Receivable Assistant – Trainee Accountant

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