Job Description

Job Title

Group Accounts Assistant (Accounts Receivable)

Department Group

Finance

Tier & Band

Tier 1 Band 2 (Starting Salary of 24,375 + Performance related bonuses)

Reporting to

Group Finance Director

Hours & Days of Work

37.5 Hours per week, Mon - Fri

Overview

The role is responsible for producing and maintaining accurate sales invoice records across multiple group entities and ensuring timely cash collection. You will play a crucial part in strengthening group-wide cash flow and contributing to efficient financial operations and ultimately the growth of the Group.

Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable Duties

Process and issue sales invoices across all group entities, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery within set KPIs. Maintain customer accounts & records, monitor outstanding balances, and follow up on overdue payments. Prepare and send customer statements. Investigate and resolve customer queries relating to invoices or payments. Manage credit control activities, including chasing late payments and escalating issues when required. Ensure consistency of AR processes and data across all entities.

Cash & Reconciliation Duties

Reconcile customer receipts daily and allocate payments correctly. Maintain aged debt reports and highlight risks or concerns to management.

General Finance Support

Assist with onboarding new customers, including credit checks and account setup. Support ad-hoc finance tasks and projects as needed.

Skills & Experience

Essential:

Previous experience in Accounts Receivable or credit control. Strong understanding of invoicing, credit management, and AR reconciliation. Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence when dealing with customers. Ability to work efficiently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.

Desirable:

Experience working within a group of companies. Familiarity with accounting systems such as Sage, Xero, NetSuite, or equivalent.

Personal Attributes

Confident, professional, and customer focused. Proactive problem solver with a willingness to take initiative. Team-oriented with a positive, adaptable attitude. Comfortable managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines.

Benefits

Hybrid or flexible working options Company pension scheme
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From 24,375.00 per year

Benefits:

Additional leave Casual dress Company events Cycle to work scheme On-site parking Transport links
Work Location: In person