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Accounts Receivable Clerk

Astute Recruitment Ltd
Posted 14 hours ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Burton-On-Trent, Staffordshire DE14 2WE, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The role of Accounts Receivable Clerk is available at a Burton-based company, seeking a detail-oriented professional to support their finance team.
  • Candidates should have proven experience in accounts receivable or credit control, with proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • The position offers a salary of up to £31,000, depending on experience, along with 25 days of holiday plus bank holidays.
  • Key responsibilities include managing the sales ledger process, issuing invoices, tracking outstanding balances, and preparing financial reports.
  • The role features a hybrid working policy, allowing for three days of remote work each week.

Are you a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable professional looking for a role that balances independent work with collaboration? Astute Recruitment are working alongside our Burton based client in seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join their finance team, supporting a comprehensive sales ledger process. You will report to the Financial Controller and play a vital role in maintaining accurate financial records and optimizing the accounts’ receivable function.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Sales Ledger Management: Oversee the full sales ledger process, from raising invoices to managing account records
  • Database Updates: Ensure accuracy of resident information and fee rates in the Cold Harbour database
  • Invoicing and Remittances: Issue sales invoices in line with billing schedules and allocate cash received to appropriate ledgers
  • Customer Account Monitoring: Track outstanding balances, follow up on overdue invoices, and resolve payment discrepancies efficiently
  • Reporting: Prepare and present regular reports on outstanding debts and cash flow forecasts
  • Record Keeping: Maintain comprehensive records of all communications and transactions related to credit accounts

Qualifications:

  • Experience: Proven experience in an accounts receivable, credit control, or similar finance role
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word)
  • Knowledge: Strong understanding of invoicing, credit control, and financial regulations
  • Communication: Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills
  • Organisation: Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with attention to detail

Preferred Skills:

  • Industry Knowledge: Experience in the care industry is an advantage
  • Analytical Abilities: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Benefits and hours:

  • Salary up to £31,000 depending on experience
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Working hours of 8:00am - 4:00pm with a 30-minute lunch
  • Hybrid working policy. 3 days working from home

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.