Accounts Receivable Clerk

Full Job Description

Position: Accounts Receivable Clerk
Location: Luton
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000
Hours: Full-time/Permanent

Do you have experience in Accounts receivable and are looking for an exciting new opportunity?

Our client is a global supplier of commodity and specialty chemical products to various industries. The company specializes in the sales, marketing, and distribution of chemical and raw material products to various sectors. Their reputation is built on professionalism, quality products, and reliable global distribution networks.
The Accounts Receivable Clerk plays a pivotal role in providing administrative support to the finance team, focusing on tracking and managing payments received from clients, customers, and stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Generate sales invoices and extra cost/recoverable charges invoices on Sage
• Coordinate with Customer Service Sales to invoice completed deals
• Issue Customer Statements and reconcile accounts
• Promptly and accurately post and allocate customer receipts
• Review Aged Receivables for any misallocated receipts
• Manage AR mailboxes on a daily basis
• Handle customer queries via phone and email in a timely manner
• Escalate customer disputes to Sales or Customer Service Sales for resolution
• Raise credit notes as approved
• Maintain accurate customer records on Sage
• Perform first-level credit control
• Regularly report on CID ledgers to the Finance Manager
• Review P&L to ensure accurate categorization and completeness of sales
• Track and follow up on overdue invoices
• Ensure accuracy in finance records
• Issue OCAP report bi-weekly
• Perform any other duties as required

Experience Desired:

• Strong analytical skills with attention to detail
• Ability to prioritize and work independently
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise effectively at all levels
• Professional demeanour in all interactions, whether in-person or via telephone
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in database management, Excel (intermediate), Word, and Sage accounts
• Self-motivated with strong multitasking abilities
• Proactive in identifying areas for improvement and facilitating change
• Positive attitude towards learning new skills and knowledge
• Experience in a high-performing finance team
• Proficiency in Sage 50, Navision, Excel, and Word
• AAT Qualification

Benefits:

• free parking at the office facility
• pension scheme
• hybrid working (4 days in office minimum required)
• work events (lunches, dinners, etc)
• private health care after probation
• Life Insurance
• Enhanced Maternity and Paternity pay
• PerkBox Discount platform