Accounts Assistant

Get-Recruited (UK) Ltd; Congleton; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing business in Congleton is seeking an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant to manage Sales Ledger and Credit Control. This hybrid role requires strong Accounts Receivable experience and the ability to build customer relationships. Ideal candidates should be proactive and organized with experience using Sage. Competitive salary between £26,000 - £27,000 plus excellent benefits are offered.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Experience working as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or Assistant Accountant.
• Strong Sales Ledger or Credit Control experience.
• Confident in managing customer accounts and professional communication.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of Accounts Receivable, raising invoices, and allocating payments.
• Manage Credit Control, including debtor chasing and resolving payment issues.
• Produce aged debt reports and support cashflow forecasting.

Skills

Sales Ledger experience

Credit Control

Accounts Receivable

Customer relationship management

Sage software

Tools

Sage

Job description

ACCOUNTS ASSISTANT / FINANCE ASSISTANT

Congleton (Hybrid after 3 months) | £26,000 - £27,000 + excellent benefits

The Company

We're partnering with a well‑established and growing business in Congleton known for its quality services and supportive culture. As part of their continued expansion, the company is seeking an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant with a strong focus on Sales Ledger and Credit Control to join their friendly and collaborative finance team.

The Finance Assistant / Accounts Assistant Role

• Take ownership of the Sales Ledger / Accounts Receivable, including raising invoices (which will be automated from January 2026), allocating payments, and maintaining accurate customer account records
• Manage Credit Control, including proactive debtor chasing, resolving payment issues, and reducing aged debt
• Build strong relationships with customers to encourage timely payments and maintain a positive customer experience
• Produce regular aged debt reports, identify risks, and support cashflow forecasting
• Assist with bank reconciliations and cash allocation
• Work with internal teams to resolve invoicing discrepancies and ensure accurate billing
• Support the finance team with Accounts Payable / Purchase Ledger as required

The Person

• Experience working as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or Assistant Accountant, ideally with strong Sales Ledger or Credit Control experience
• Good experience of Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger, cash allocation, and debtor management
• Confident in managing customer accounts and communicating professionally about payments
• Proactive, organised, and confident building relationships internally and externally
• Experience using Sage

Apply

Please send your CV via the advert for immediate consideration for the Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant / Sales Ledger role.

We are an equal opportunities employer and we never charge candidates a fee for our services.