Accounts Receivable Assistant - Wokingham, United Kingdom - Lee Spring Limited

Description

Job Title
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Accounts Receivable Assistant

Reports to:
Financial Controller

Lee Spring Ltd are looking for an enthusiastic, outgoing person to join our small accounts team based in Wokingham.

Monday to Thursday , Friday


Salary:
£24,000 to £26,000


Main function:

To effectively and efficiently maintain the accounts receivable function and to assist customers with their queries and payments.


Core responsibilities:

• Overall responsibility for accounts receivable and credit management of the company debtors (along with parttime credit controller)
• Accurate allocation of payments received from customers and reviewing unallocated payments
• Taking credit card payments through our accounting system and over the phone
• Process credit and debit notes
• Bank account reconciliation
• Processing of refunds to customers where necessary
• Credit checks and control of customer credit limits
• Working closely with Customer Service advising on bad debtors
• Keeping the finance controller advised of outstanding debtors
• Assist Financial Controller and accounts team with additional duties as necessary

(daily invoicing, daily sales report)


Role Competencies:

High level of interpersonal skills

High level of IT competancy

Strong telephone skills

Excellent planning, organisational and prioritising skills

Ability to make decisions


Personnel Specification
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Essential Criteria:

Minimum of 2 years' relevant experience within an Accounting environment

High standard of computer literacy, including Excel

Strong communication skills, both verbal and written

Accuracy and attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

Ability to organise time and tasks effectively

Ability to work as part of a team

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Desirable Criteria:

AAT qualified or part-qualified an advantage

Enthusiastic, friendly, helpful, confident and engaging personality

Positive / 'Can do' attitude


General responsibilities:

• Maintaining a high degree of professionalism, ensuring confidentiality at all times.
• Work effectively as part of a team
• Adherence to the company 'Code of Conduct' and quality policies
• Take reasonable care of both your own health and safety and that of others who may be affected by your acts or omissions, ensuring all company safety and quality systems are followed and all relevant legislation complied with, raising concerns and reporting any incidents or suggestions to your manager
• Any other duties that may be required from time to time for the smooth running of the business.

This job description is neither exhaustive nor exclusive and may be reviewed in the future depending upon operational requirements and staffing levels


Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Salary:
£24,000.00-£26,000.00 per year


Benefits:

• Company pension
• Onsite parking

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

Accounts Receivable: 2 years (required)


Work Location:
One location