Accounts Receivable Specialist - London, United Kingdom - Board Intelligence

    Board Intelligence
    Board Intelligence London, United Kingdom

    3 weeks ago

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    Full time
    Description

    This Accounts Receivable Specialist position will work as part of a friendly, high calibre finance team that has a fantastic culture that will challenge and develop your skills whilst providing support every step of the way. You will be a strong performer with good knowledge of basic accounting principles. This role will report to the Accounts Receivable Manager.

    Key responsibilities will include:

    • Owning the end-to-end customer invoicing and credit control process
    • Analysing changes in customer usage that drive billing activity
    • Preparation of sales orders, customer invoices and account statements
    • The application of relevant VAT rates for customers
    • Reconciliation of customer accounts and the preparation of credit notes when applicable
    • Working with customersto answer any invoicing queries
    • Liaising with customers and taking appropriate action to ensure timely payment of debts through a credit control process
    • Production and maintaining aged debt reports with clear commentary
    • Building relationships and liaising with Account Managers in relation to customers queries and order form queries
    • Efficient reporting to meet monthly deadlines

    Requirements

    • 2+ years of experience in billing or accounts receivable positions
    • Experience in bookkeeping concepts and with a good understanding of VAT rates
    • Ability to work independently but happy to ask questions and seek assistance when required
    • Excellent attention to numerical details
    • Good excel skills
    • Organised, can prioritise work and enjoys working to a monthly financial calendar
    • Excellent communication skills including providing pro-active updates to the team
    • Problem solver mentality
    • Likes to take ownership of an area or process
    • Familiarity with accounting packages (Sage, MS etc), experience with Netsuite is a plus
    • Familiarity with software or SaaS business models is a plus but not required

    Benefits

    • Competitive salary & pension scheme
    • Personal performance bonus
    • Company performance bonus share
    • 26 days holiday each calendar year
    • Bupa health & dental cover
    • Group life insurance
    • Employee Assistance Program including AIG Smart Health and Bereavement Counselling &Probate Helpline
    • Gym membership discounts
    • We are operating a hybrid working environment. This role will be based partially in our Central London office and partially WFH (we anticipate 2/3 days per week on average depending on business need).