Accounts Receivable Finance Assistant

Job Title: Accounts Receivable Finance Assistant

Contract Length: 2 Months (Potential Extension)
Working Pattern: Full Time
Location: London (Hybrid)

Description:
Join our client as an Accounts Receivable Finance Assistant. This temporary role is ideal for recent graduates looking to kickstart their career in finance or those with relevant experience seeking to enhance their skills in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Debt Management

• Monitor outstanding debts and ensure timely follow-ups on overdue invoices through email, phone, and statements.
• Collaborate with academic departments and students to resolve payment issues effectively.

Customer & Internal Queries

• Serve as the primary point of contact for any finance-related queries concerning invoices or payments.
• Communicate with academic departments, research teams, and external customers to provide clear guidance on financial procedures.

Compliance & Controls

• Ensure strict compliance with university finance policies and financial control procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and audit trails for all transactions to support financial integrity.

Typical Skills & Experience Required:

• Prior experience in Accounts Receivable, Sales Ledger, or Finance Operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with finance systems, particularly Unit4 Business World or Agresso, is advantageous.
• Strong proficiency in Excel and data processing is essential.
• A keen attention to detail with the ability to meet deadlines is crucial.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills are required to ensure effective interactions with stakeholders.

Who You Are:
You are a detail-oriented individual with a passion for finance, capable of managing multiple tasks while maintaining a high level of accuracy. Your strong communication skills enable you to liaise effectively with various departments and customers. Whether you are a recent graduate or have prior experience, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in a supportive environment.

Why Join Us?
Working with our client offers a chance to gain valuable experience in the finance sector while contributing to a respected organisation. This role will enhance your understanding of finance policies and procedures, providing a solid foundation for your career.

If you are ready to take on the challenge of an Accounts Receivable Finance Assistant and make a positive impact, we would love to hear from you!

Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

We use generative AI tools to support our candidate screening process. This helps us ensure a fair, consistent, and efficient experience for all applicants. Rest assured, all final decisions are made by our hiring team, and your application will be reviewed with care and attention.

Adecco is a disability-confident employer. It is important to us that we run an inclusive and accessible recruitment process to support candidates of all backgrounds and all abilities to apply. Adecco is committed to building a supportive environment for you to explore the next steps in your career. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.