Job Description

Job Title: Accounts Receivable/ Credit Control Location: Southgate, London Salary: \xc2\xa335,000 - \xc2\xa340,000 The Company: My client is a specialist provider of accommodation and management services, dedicated to investing in social housing and combatting homelessness. They go above and beyond to provide safe, suitable and secure accommodation for families and individuals who need it most. As a company, they take great pride in providing exceptional levels of service to their tenants and clients. As a key provider within this sector, they have established successful and long-standing partnerships with local authorities, government bodies and homeless charities. Currently, their expanding portfolio comprises 3,800 units, including HMOs, hostels, hotels and care homes. Purpose of job: To provide support to the Accounts function. The successful candidate is experienced in accounts receivable/ credit controller function with working knowledge of Sage 50 and Excel, capable to work on own initiative as well as part of a team. Main Duties:

• Credit control and invoice query resolution
• Bank reconciliation
• Maintain mailboxes and ensure all documentation is filed accurately
• Month end reports
• Allocations when clients pay
• Reconciliation of ledgers, knowledge of payments on account and impact of.
• Create client statements
• Processing and posting credit card transactions
• Production and maintenance of debtors reports
• Intercompany Invoices and reconciliations
• Journal posting within the specified timelines
• Carrying out and accounting for recharges.
• Reconciliation of control accounts
• Adhere to all account receivable processes and develop where necessary

Skills & Knowledge required

• Excellent communication skills both written and spoken
• Excellent ability to liaise professionally with clients
• Experience in Microsoft packages and accounting packages (Sage 50)
• A part qualified or AAT person desirable with good business acumen,
• Working in the property management sector would be advantageous
• Minimum 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in a similar role
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to prioritise work
• High level of numeracy and attention to detail
• Excellent analytical skills
• Ability to be adaptable to changing priorities and deadlines
• Have a pragmatic, logical approach to problem solving

Perks and Benefits \xc2\xb7 23 days leave, plus bank holidays \xc2\xb7 Vitality - Health insurance \xc2\xb7 Birthday day off \xc2\xb7 One well-being day off \xc2\xb7 Maternity/Paternity pay \xc2\xb7 Pension scheme increase - after 2 years \xc2\xb7 Training and support offered for mental health and well-being \xc2\xb7 Professional Emergency First Aid at work training \xc2\xb7 Additional holiday days for long service - up to 28 days \xc2\xb7 \xc2\xa3500 referral scheme for anyone who refers a member of staff, paid upon passing probation \xc2\xb7 Company payday lunch \xc2\xb7 Daily fresh fruitResponsibilities:
- Process accounts receivable transactions, including invoicing, posting payments, and reconciling discrepancies
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date customer accounts and records
- Monitor and follow up on outstanding customer balances
- Communicate with customers to resolve billing issues and answer inquiries
- Collaborate with internal teams to ensure timely and accurate billing
- Assist with month-end closing activities related to accounts receivable
- Prepare reports on accounts receivable status and aging Skills:
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy in data entry and record keeping
- Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills for interacting with customers
- Proficiency in using accounting software such as Sage, PeopleSoft, or QuickBooks
- Ability to analyze financial data and identify trends or discrepancies
- Experience in accounts payable or related financial services is a plus
- Familiarity with telemarketing techniques for collections is a plus Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. Other duties may be assigned as needed. Job Type: Full-time Salary: \xc2\xa335,000.00-\xc2\xa340,000.00 per year Benefits:

• Discounted or free food

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person