Accounts Receivable Assistant

• Location: Central London
• Job Type: Full-time - 6 Month FTC (with view to go permanent)
• Salary: £35,000 + hybrid working
• Hybrid working: 2 days a week in the office

Our client, a leading media firm, are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Accounts Receivable and Reconciliation Assistant to join their Commercial Finance team. In this role, you will be instrumental in maintaining the company's sales ledger, ensuring accurate and timely recording of financial transactions, and maintaining strong relationships with customers. Your expertise in accounting principles, attention to detail, and ability to analyse financial data will contribute to the efficient and effective functioning of our finance department.

• Prepare and process customer invoices promptly and accurately, ensuring adherence to company policies and relevant regulations.
• Monitor customer accounts to ensure timely payment of outstanding invoices and generate regular customer statements.
• Coordinate with management to resolve any payment disputes or overdue accounts.
• Perform regular reconciliations of sales ledger and WIP accounts to ensure accuracy and resolve any discrepancies.
• Provide accurate and timely financial information to internal stakeholders and support month-end and year-end closing procedures.
• Build and maintain exceptional relationships with customers, addressing any queries or concerns related to invoicing, payments, and account balances.
• Continuously review and improve sales ledger processes and procedures to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and internal controls.
• Ensure compliance with accounting principles and practices, company policies, and relevant regulatory requirements.

• A-levels or equivalent + AAT qualification or working towards; partly qualified CIMA, degree in finance, accounting, or a related field is a plus.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an accounting role.
• Proficiency in using accounting software and Excel.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and prioritise tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

• Hybrid working (2 days a week in the office)
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.