Accounts Receivable Assistant - 6 Month FTC

Location: Central London

This is a great opportunity for a finance graduate/Part Qualified professional to begin their finance career in a top company in it's field.

Location: Central London

The role:

• Manage invoice processing from start to finish.
• Allocate payments received from customers.
• Reconcile accounts to ensure accuracy.
• Communicate professionally with clients regarding outstanding balances.
• Support month-end activities by preparing necessary documentation and assisting with reconciliations.
• Respond promptly to queries from both internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Serve as the first point of contact for all accounts receivable administration queries, ensuring prompt and courteous responses to both internal teams and external partners.
• Raise co-edition sales invoices and sub-rights invoices accurately, maintaining meticulous records for audit and reporting purposes.
• Allocate cash received efficiently against outstanding invoices, ensuring all transactions are processed correctly within established deadlines.
• Reconcile customer accounts regularly by reviewing statements, identifying discrepancies, and resolving issues in collaboration with other departments.
• Monitor outstanding debts proactively by following up with customers through polite reminders and effective communication strategies.
• Support month-end closing activities by preparing relevant documentation, assisting with reconciliations, and contributing to accurate financial reporting.
• Assist with ad hoc administrative tasks as required by the Finance Manager or wider team, demonstrating flexibility and willingness to contribute wherever needed.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of company policies and procedures related to accounts receivable processes, ensuring compliance at all times.
• Utilise Microsoft 365 applications effectively for data entry, reporting, and communication within the team.
• Collaborate closely with colleagues across finance and other departments to ensure seamless workflow and shared understanding of priorities.

The ideal candidate:

• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills that enable you to interact effectively with colleagues at all levels as well as external partners.
• A keen eye for detail that ensures accuracy when processing invoices, allocating payments, and reconciling accounts.
• Proven ability to work efficiently under pressure while meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or professionalism.
• Impeccable organisational skills that allow you to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining thorough records.
• A proactive approach combined with self-motivation that drives you to take initiative in resolving issues or improving processes.
• Experience working collaboratively as part of a team within an office environment where mutual support is valued.
• Good grounding in general administration practices gained through previous roles or education.
• Familiarity with Microsoft 365 applications such as Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams for daily finance operations.
• Professionalism and conscientiousness demonstrated through reliable attendance, punctuality, and respect for confidentiality.
• Previous experience in a finance-related role is desirable but not essential; enthusiasm for learning is highly regarded.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on this rewarding challenge as an Accounts Receivable Assistant, we would love to hear from you!

Apply today by submitting your CV and cover letter using the online application link provided.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates