Finance Assistant - Receivables

A growing organisation operating in the technology arena are expanding their finance function by recruiting a receivables specialist to co-ordinate all billings and credit matters and play a central part in cash flow forecasting. The role reports directly to the Finance Manager and will also support other accounting activities to a lesser degree. A summary of responsibilities will be:

• Raising and processing sales invoices, liaising with field staff
• Check Sales Orders paperwork including purchase orders, sales margins and cost sheet information
• Credit checking and customer set up on Sage 200 and bespoke software systems
• Prepare and send weekly project reports to all directors
• Raising and sending monthly statements to customers
• Invoice chasing and collections via phone, email and letter
• Monthly aged debt reporting including escalation details
• Processing received payments via cheque, BACS, CHAPS, or credit cards
• Additional accounting duties will include cover for accounts payables and expenses

Applicants should be experienced in credit control and receivables with a broad range of duties gained within an SME environment. You will be meticulous with excellent organisational skills and have the ability to multi-task under pressure. The role is office based