We are recruiting on behalf of our client, a well-established business based near Peterlee. They are seeking a Credit Control Assistant to join their team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Input weekly timesheets and purchase invoices into the Opera system
- Perform Sales Ledger tasks: invoicing, processing receipts, preparing statements, and resolving account queries
- Process cash book receipts/remittances in Opera and Job Logic
- Carry out bank reconciliations and monitor customer accounts daily, tracking overdue balances and forecasting payments.
- Generate weekly debtor reports using XRL
- Assist with month-end/year-end audits and CIS Scheme management
- Provide ad hoc support as required
Skills and Experience Required:
- Proficiency in Microsoft Excel
- Experience with accounting software (desirable)
- Excellent communication and telephone manner
- Ability to work under pressure and solve problems proactively
Benefits:
- Salary: £24,000-£29,000
- 26 days holiday + bank holidays (3 days over Christmas)
- 5% pension contribution
- Private healthcare