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Accounts Assistant - Freight

Heathrow Personnel
Posted 14 days ago, valid for 11 days
Location

Erith, Kent DA8 1QL, England

Salary

£24,000 - £28,800 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • The client is a leading freight forwarder seeking an Accounts Assistant with at least 1 year of experience.
  • The role involves credit control, sending monthly account statements, timely billing, and liaising with clients regarding payments.
  • Candidates should have a good understanding of accounting principles, proficiency in accounting software, and excellent attention to detail.
  • Experience with Xero is desirable, and the position offers a standard work schedule from Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
  • Salary details were not provided in the job description.

My client are a leading freight forwarder they are looking for an Accounts Assistant to join their team with a minimum 1 years experience.

Daily duties include:

  • Credit control
  • Sending monthly accounts statements
  • Ensure timely monthly billing
  • Liaising with clients to follow up on outstanding payments and resolving payment queries
  • Collaborate with management and operational teams regarding overdue payments and account holds
  • Ensure timely debt payment and escalate overdue accounts when required
  • General admin

Experience needed:

  • Minimum 1 years experience in an accounts or finance role
  • Good understanding of accounting principles and financial processes
  • Proficiency in using accounting software and Microsoft applications including Excel
  • Excellent attention to detail
  • Quick learner
  • Experience using Xero would be desirable

Working hours:

  • Monday - Friday 0900am - 1730pm

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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.