Finance Assistant

Finance Assistant Accounts Receivable £30,000£35,000 per annum

Maidenhall, Luton

Permanent | Monday to Friday, 9:00am5:00pm

Office-based five days per week

We are recruiting for an experienced Finance Assistant to join a longstanding, family-run business in Luton.

Working within a close-knit finance team, you will take ownership of a busy sales ledger ranging from approximately £500,000 to £2 million. This is a varied and responsible position where you will manage customer accounts, process payments and work closely with the Finance Director, CEO, Head of Sales and Customer Service team.

The business works with high-profile customers and premium products, so strong attention to detail and tactful communication are essential. This would suit someone who enjoys working methodically, taking ownership and managing several priorities within a calm, professional office environment.

Key responsibilities Managing and maintaining accurate customer account records

Taking ownership of the sales ledger and monitoring customer payment terms

Setting up new customer accounts and managing credit status

Raising sales invoices, credit notes and customer statements

Allocating customer payments accurately and promptly

Processing customer payments and bank transfers

Managing pro forma payments and communicating outcomes internally

Handling invoice and payment queries professionally

Chasing outstanding payments through tactful and sensitive communication

Managing customer discounts, rebates and marketing arrangements

Liaising closely with Customer Service and Sales regarding orders and payments

Ensuring colleagues are kept updated to protect customer relationships

Supporting UK and international invoicing, including VAT and export documentation

Providing occasional cover across purchase ledger, cash and banking

Supporting stock counts, process reviews and system testing

Responding to ad hoc requests from senior colleagues

What we are looking for Previous experience within finance, accounts receivable or sales ledger

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