Accounts Receivable Clerk (Entry Level Opportunity)

A day in the life of an Accounts Receivable Clerk

• Maintain accuracy of our A/R ledgers and reconciliation of accounts
• Manage our customer data (names, addresses, etc.), validate and get approval for new accounts, and maintain our audit record of customer data changes and approvals
• Process our customer invoices in a timely and accurate manner, including entry of invoices into accounting systems and maintain our files in a tidy and organised manner
• Efficiently resolve any problems prior to raising and issue of invoice
• Implement and comply with the Canonical credit control policy
• Maximise cash collection through the effective collection of debts and maintain records to track debt collection through to conclusion
• Ensure payments are received in line with contractual terms
• Help with our month end processes: bank reconciliations and balance sheet reconciliations
• Resolve questions/issues, escalating when appropriate in a timely manner
• Maintain compliance with processes and procedures, recommend corrective action when identified and maintain suitable records to demonstrate compliance

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Exceptional education achievements in an Accounting or Finance subject
• Excellent spreadsheet skills, including pivots, look ups etc.
• Excellent attention to detail, with great organisation skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Great communication skills that you will use when connecting directly with our vendors
• A passion for the world of Finance with ambition to progress your career
• Some experience using a major accounting system advantageous