Job Description

Company Description

At S&W, we help our clients thrive by simplifying the complex, illuminating new paths, and shaping solutions that make a difference. As one of the UK's top 10 fastest-growing accountancy firms, we have been a trusted partner since 1881--helping businesses and individuals meet challenges and seize opportunities across generations.


Built on expertise and driven by ambition, we provide a comprehensive range of services, including tax and accountancy, advisory and assurance, corporate finance, and restructuring. We are defined by our purpose--to help navigate challenges, unlock potential, and achieve the extraordinary.

What will you be doing?

We are seeking a talented Credit Control and Accounts Receivable Assistant, with a keen interest and passion in advanced Excel to join our growing team in London.


Here you'll be responsible for the effective Credit Control of your own portfolio of client accounts, including the chasing of outstanding debts and liaison with Partners. You'll also be responsible for the effective control of accounts receivable processes, including maintaining the fee receipt cashbook and allocation of cash to invoices.


We offer career development opportunities within the team and we're dedicated to everyone having a clear progress plan. There is also the offer of study support, should you wish to progress and actively take on new courses for career growth - it's certainly an exciting time to join us at S&W and become part of the team.

As a Credit Control & AR Assistant, your responsibilities will include among others,

Credit Control: Actively chase clients for payment by telephone, letter and e-mail as per the Credit & Lockup Management Policy, agreeing payment terms where appropriate and recommending escalation where required To regularly liaise with relevant Partners with regards to the collection of debts from portfolio, agreeing method and strategy of effective debt collection and escalating unsatisfactory situations to own line management Accounts Receivable: To review daily bank statements and incoming payments, preparing transfers between bank accounts and ensuring accurate allocation of cash to fees Solicitors: To recommend and prepare legal instructions for review by Collections Manager Liaising between Partners and external Solicitors where further information on client litigation is required Reconciliations: To reconcile the cashbook on a monthly basis To reconcile suspense accounts on a weekly basis identifying miscellaneous payments and allocating or refunding as necessary

Qualifications

Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role, you should have

Experience of Accounts Receivable Thorough knowledge of Word Advanced knowledge of Excel Organised and efficient with a high attention to detail Good problem solver

Desired:

Experience of Credit Control Strong academic record, educated to A level or equivalent Studying towards ICM or similar professional Credit Management qualification desirable.

Additional Information

As a colleague here at S&W you will have access to benefits that include

Competitive salary Private medical insurance Life assurance Pension contribution Hybrid working model (role dependent) Generous holiday package Option to purchase additional holiday Shared parental leave Cycle to work scheme Season ticket loan Eye care support


We are proud to value the differences that a diverse workforce brings, representative of society and our clients. At S&W we have a wide range of highly active employee resource groups and we're delivering multiple diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives across the organisation. It is our commitment to provide a workplace where all colleagues, regardless of identity, background, or circumstance, feel respected as individuals and feel that they can achieve their full potential and work in a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.


We are happy to make any reasonable adjustments to accommodate for your needs throughout the application process. Please let your Recruiter know.