Accounting Assistant

The Field Solutions Group
Job Summary:
The Assistant Accountant will primarily support the Finance team in managing the Sales Ledger to ensure accurate billing, timely cash collection, and debtor management. In addition, the role will include selected Purchase Ledger responsibilities, such as posting and reconciling company credit card transactions. This role is key to maintaining strong cash flow, ensuring accurate financial records, and supporting the wider finance function with reliable reporting.
Sales Ledger Management
- Maintain and update the Sales Ledger, ensuring all customer invoices are raised accurately and on time.
- Allocate customer receipts against invoices and reconcile customer accounts.
- Monitor aged debtors and proactively follow up on overdue balances.
- Prepare and send monthly customer statements and reminders.
- Liaise with internal teams to resolve invoice queries or disputes.
Credit Control & Cash Flow
- Maintain credit control processes by chasing outstanding payments in line with company policies.
- Assist in cash flow forecasting by providing regular debtor updates.
- Report on debtor days and highlight potential risks to management.
Month-End & Reporting
- Assist with month-end close by preparing debtor reconciliations and supporting schedules.
- Provide accurate reporting on Sales Ledger performance, including overdue debt analysis.
- Support preparation of management accounts with Sales Ledger and credit card reconciliation data.
Other Finance Support
- Provide backup support for Accounts Payable and other finance functions as needed.
- Assist with ad hoc finance projects and analysis requested by senior finance staff.