Accounts Assistant Credit Control

Accounts Assistant with Credit Control • Location: Colnbrook • Job Type: Temporary, Office Based • Working Hours: Monday to Friday We are seeking an experienced Accounts Assistant with Credit Control to join a busy finance team on a temporary basis. This role requires immediate availability and proficiency in Sage and Excel. If you are ready to handle a range of accounting and credit control tasks within a dynamic environment, this position could be ideal for you. Day-to-day of the role: • Support the year-end audit process and respond to auditor queries. • Perform balance sheet reconciliations and investigate discrepancies. • Reconcile Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable ledgers. • Assist with month-end processes including journals, accruals, and prepayments. • Maintain accurate financial records and support management reporting. • Chase outstanding invoices by phone, email, and letter. • Allocate payments and reconcile customer accounts. • Resolve invoice queries and account disputes. • Produce aged debt reports and proactively reduce outstanding balances. • Negotiate payment plans where required and monitor customer credit limits. • Build strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders. • Utilise Sage and Excel to maintain accurate financial data and reporting. Required Skills & Qualifications: • Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant and Credit Control position. • Strong working knowledge of Sage. • Proficient in Excel, capable of handling reconciliations and reporting. • Experienced with Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, and balance sheet reconciliations. • Familiarity with supporting year-end audits. • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills. • Strong attention to detail and ability to manage a busy workload. • Must be available to start immediately. Benefits: • Competitive hourly rate. • Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative finance team. • Office-based role ensuring a consistent work environment. To apply for this Accounts Assistant with Credit Control position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and immediate availability.