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Accounts Assistant

Alexander Lloyd
Posted 17 days ago, valid for 7 days
Location

Crawley, West Sussex RH10 7GY, England

Salary

£32,000 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

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  • The Accounts Assistant (Credit Controller) position in Crawley, UK offers a salary of up to £32,000 per annum.
  • Candidates should have previous experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or a related finance role.
  • Key responsibilities include monitoring customer accounts, conducting follow-up calls, and reconciling discrepancies.
  • The role requires strong communication skills, proficiency in accounting software, and excellent organizational abilities.
  • The position also involves assisting in month-end processes and supporting the Finance Manager with ad-hoc projects.

Accounts Assistant (Credit Controller)

Crawley, UK

Up to £32,000 per annum

Key Responsibilities:

  • Monitor and manage customer accounts to ensure timely collection of outstanding payments.
  • Conduct regular follow-up calls and correspondence to collect overdue invoices.
  • Reconcile customer accounts and resolve any discrepancies.
  • Process credit applications, assess creditworthiness, and set credit limits for new and existing clients.
  • Prepare and distribute monthly account statements and reports for management review.
  • Liaise with internal teams and external customers to handle account queries effectively.
  • Assist in month-end close processes and ensure accurate reporting of receivables.
  • Support ad-hoc finance projects and assist the Finance Manager as needed.

Qualifications and Skills Required:

  • Previous experience in credit control, accounts receivable, or a related finance role.
  • Strong communication and negotiation skills with a customer-focused approach.
  • Proficiency in accounting software (experience with Xero, QuickBooks, or Sage is a plus).
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
  • Good knowledge of MS Excel and general ledger functions.

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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.