Job Description

Job Title:

Finance Assistant (with Credit Control)

Location:

Northfleet, Gravesend

Reports To:

Finance Manager

Type:

Part-time

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Finance Assistant with Credit Control responsibilities to join our in-house finance team. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing day-to-day financial operations, including invoicing, purchase ledger maintenance, bank reconciliations, and supporting credit control processes to ensure timely collection of outstanding debts.

Key Responsibilities:

Accounts & General Finance Duties:

Raise and issue sales invoices in a timely and accurate manner Match customer payments to invoices and maintain debtor records Post purchase invoices onto the accounting system and ensure correct coding Reconcile supplier statements and assist in managing the purchase ledger Perform monthly bank reconciliations Assist with month-end procedures and reporting Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records and files Support the preparation of VAT returns and other compliance documents

Credit Control:

Monitor the aged debtors report and follow up on overdue accounts Contact customers via phone/email to chase outstanding payments professionally Resolve invoice queries and liaise with internal departments as needed Set up and manage customer credit accounts in line with company policy Provide weekly credit control updates to the Finance Manager

Skills and Experience:

Previous experience in a finance/accounts assistant role Familiarity with credit control processes Competent in using Xero Strong Excel skills and attention to detail Good communication skills - both written and verbal Ability to prioritise and manage time effectively
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 23,400.00-25,988.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Application question(s):

How many years of using Xero do you have
Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 04/08/2025