Full job descriptionYour Company:
A well-established services business is seeking an Accounts Receivable Clerk to join its finance team in Poole. Operating within a fast-paced environment, this organisation has built a strong reputation for reliability, efficiency, and customer service. Due to continued growth, they are looking to strengthen their transactional finance function with a proactive and detail-oriented individual who can support the smooth running of the Sales Ledger process and maintain strong customer relationships.

Your Role and Responsibilities:
While in this position your duties may include, but are not limited to:
*Process and raise customer invoices accurately and within agreed deadlines.
*Allocate and reconcile customer payments against outstanding invoices.
*Monitor customer accounts and ensure outstanding balances are kept up to date.
*Carry out regular account reconciliations and investigate any discrepancies.
*Assist with credit control activities, including contacting customers regarding overdue payments.
*Respond to customer queries relating to invoices, payments, account balances, and credit notes.
*Investigate and resolve account discrepancies efficiently and professionally.
*Process credit notes, refunds, and other adjustments where required.
*Maintain accurate Sales Ledger records and ensure customer accounts are regularly updated.
*Liaise with internal departments to resolve billing issues and ensure invoices are raised correctly.
*Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers and internal stakeholders.
*Assist with month-end processes, including Sales Ledger reconciliations and reporting.
*Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and audit requirements.
*Maintain accurate financial data and contribute to continuous process improvements within the finance function.
What You Will Need to Apply:
*Previous experience working within Sales Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or a similar transactional finance role.
*Experience processing customer invoices and payments within a busy finance environment.
*Good understanding of Sales Ledger processes, account reconciliations, and credit control.
*Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage workloads and prioritise tasks effectively.
*Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
*Strong communication skills with the ability to liaise confidently with customers and internal departments.
*Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel and finance systems.
*Ability to investigate and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner.
*Experience working within wholesale, distribution, logistics, services, or similar fast-paced industries would be advantageous.
*A proactive and team-focused approach to work.
What You Will Get in Return:
This is a full-time opportunity within a growing and supportive organisation, offering the chance to develop your experience within a busy finance function while working as part of a collaborative team environment.
The company offers a competitive salary depending on experience, alongside company benefits and opportunities for continued development and progression.

To express interest in this role and have a confidential chat, please reach out to:

Alexander Booth - Talent Acquisition Specialist

M: 07525 238567
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