Accounts Assistant - Credit Control

Credit Controller / Leicester / Up to £32,000 / Hybrid Working / Permanent

About the Client: Represented by Macildowie, our esteemed client, situated in Meridian Business Park, Leicester, is a company with a history of growth and a vision for further expansion. They are currently seeking a dedicated individual to join their internal Finance team.

Job Description: As a Credit Controller/Accounts Assistant, the successful candidate will play a pivotal role in the finance operations of our client's organisation. Responsibilities include:

• Managing credit control tasks, such as contacting clients for outstanding payments and arranging repayment plans.
• Daily reconciliation of bank accounts, maintaining accurate financial records.
• Managing direct debit and BACS processes in line with industry regulations to ensure compliance.
• Prompt and accurate handling of supplier invoices, fostering strong vendor relationships.
• Efficient processing of staff expenses and credit cards each month, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Assisting with various ad hoc finance tasks as required to support team objectives.

Key Requirements: The ideal candidate will possess:

• Initiative in managing ledgers with minimal supervision, demonstrating strong organisational skills.
• Understanding of legal collection processes, including Small Claims Court procedures, ensuring compliance.
• The ability to balance excellent customer service with meeting collection targets, maintaining professionalism.
• Proficiency in extracting and analysing data using Excel, providing valuable insights for decision-making.
• A knack for identifying and implementing process efficiencies to support business development.

Why Join Us? Joining our dynamic and successful team offers:

• A competitive salary package and comprehensive benefits package.
• Generous holiday entitlement to ensure a healthy work-life balance.
• Pension contributions and private health insurance for peace of mind.
• Flexible working arrangements to accommodate your lifestyle.
• A friendly and collaborative office environment with free parking.
• Access to salary sacrifice schemes and a range of employee benefits tailored to your needs.
• Opportunities for personal development and career progression, supported by ongoing training and development initiatives.

Ready to embark on this exciting journey with our client? Apply now and become a vital part of their success story.

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