Accounts Receivable Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Assistant

Location: Bedford

Salary: Up to £28,000 - dependent on experience

Type: Permanent - Fully office based

Working Hours: Monday to Friday - Flexible Hours - 37.5 hours a week

Company Overview:

Do you have a passion for all things Accounts Receivable? Are you someone that thrives working within a team environment with a supportive manager? If so, keep reading! We're partnering with a well-established company in Bedford that have a fantastic office culture and champion hard work and dedication.

Job Description:

As an Accounts Receivable Assistant, your primary responsibility will be to provide essential support to the Finance team. Your role will encompass the following key accountabilities:

• Communicate with customers via phone, email, or letter to resolve payment queries promptly.
• Use Oracle's advanced collections tool and maintain detailed notes for management.
• Address customer queries about dunning letters.
• Manage customer on/off block forms to minimise bad debt.
• Alert management about high-risk customers with overdue debts.
• Escalate potential bad debt concerns immediately.
• Discuss customer debt positions in client calls, reducing non-payment risks.
• Meet debt chasing targets and KPIs.
• Collaborate with the claims team to resolve claims and invoice settlements.
• Assist with financial duties as needed.

Key Technical Skills and Experience:

• A minimum of 1 years of experience in a similar role.
• Exceptional problem-solving abilities and a keen attention to detail.
• Highly organised with the ability to prioritise work effectively to meet personal and organisational objectives.

If you want to join first class business and take that next step in your career then apply ASAP to avoid missing out!

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