Accounts Assistant

Get Recruited Ltd; Congleton; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable recruitment agency is seeking an Accounts Assistant / Finance Assistant in Congleton. This role focuses on managing Sales Ledger and Credit Control in a supportive finance team. Ideal candidates will have experience with Accounts Receivable and strong communication skills. The position offers a salary of £26,000 - £27,000 with hybrid working options after three months.

Qualifications

• Experience as an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, or Assistant Accountant with Sales Ledger or Credit Control experience.
• Good experience of Accounts Receivable, cash allocation, and debtor management.
• Proactive, organized, with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of the Sales Ledger and maintain accurate customer records.
• Manage Credit Control by resolving payment issues.
• Build positive relationships with customers to encourage timely payments.

Skills

Sales Ledger management

Credit Control

Accounts Receivable

Cash Allocation

Customer Relationship Management

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 that's 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. A great opportunity to join a growing and forward-thinking company.

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

TO APPLY:

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

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