Accounts Assistant (FTC 3 months+)

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Chepstow; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension & Life Insurance

25 days holidays + bank holidays

Job summary

TXO is hiring an Accounts Assistant (FTC 3 months) based in Chepstow with hybrid working (2-3 days in the office). The role supports the Group Finance Team in Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and credit control, ensuring timely cash collection and accurate supplier and customer records.

The successful candidate will work closely with Sales and Finance to resolve queries, manage credit risk, and contribute to efficient financial operations in a fast-paced, international business.

Qualifications

• We look for someone who is organised, proactive and commercially aware with strong Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and credit control knowledge.
• Experience in Accounts Assistant or Credit Controller roles is desirable.
• Good numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail.
• Confident communicating with customers and internal stakeholders about payments and queries.

Responsibilities

• Take responsibility for day-to-day credit control across assigned TXO Group companies.
• Proactively manage outstanding customer balances and confirm payment dates.
• Maintain accurate customer accounts including credit limits and payment terms.
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies, invoices and queries.
• Assist with Accounts Payable processing and supplier queries.
• Support month-end activities and financial record-keeping.

Skills

Accounts payable

Accounts receivable

Credit control

Excel

Communication

Multitasking

Independent working

Customer liaison

Tools

Sage X3

Job description

Job title: Accounts Assistant (FTC 3 months)

Location/Hours/Duration: Chepstow - Hybrid (2-3 days in office)

Reporting to: Finance Manager

Responsible for: Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable

About us

Founded in 2005, TXO is the global partner for the entire technology lifecycle. We help industries optimize, manage, deploy, and resell technology.

Our vision is to make technology more sustainable, reduce costs, minimize waste, and maximize impact. We help companies worldwide increase efficiency, control costs, and achieve environmental goals.

By applying circular economy principles, supporting EOSL, and responsible asset recovery, we extend the lifespan of infrastructure while reducing economic and environmental impacts. Through urban mining and asset recovery, we help reduce dependence on raw materials, thereby increasing performance, profit, and purpose.

We operate globally with key hubs in the UK, US, Sweden, France, Germany, Australia, Japan, and Brazil. With the support of TowerBrook Delta, we are accelerating the transition to a smarter, more sustainable network ecosystem.

Join our team and shape technology for a more sustainable future.

Job function

Based in Chepstow and working as part of the TXO Group Finance Team, the Accounts Assistant will support the effective delivery of Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable activities across assigned TXO Group companies.

The role will have a particular focus on credit control, ensuring customer accounts are accurately maintained, outstanding balances are proactively managed, and cash is collected in line with agreed payment terms.

You will work closely with Sales and colleagues across the wider business to resolve queries, manage credit risk and support efficient financial operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced finance professional who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and wants to contribute to a growing, international business.

Specific responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

• Take responsibility for day-to-day credit control activities across assigned TXO Group companies.
• Proactively manage outstanding customer balances, contacting customers before invoices become overdue to confirm payment dates and maintain a consistent flow of cash receipts.
• Build positive and professional relationships with customers while resolving payment queries and potential issues promptly.
• Liaise closely with Sales and other internal stakeholders to resolve customer queries and ensure credit control policies and procedures are followed.
• Maintain accurate customer account records, including agreed credit limits and payment terms.
• Monitor customer accounts and identify potential credit risks or payment issues.
• Carry out credit checks on new and prospective customers in a timely manner, supporting the Sales process while managing the Group's exposure to credit risk.
• Investigate and resolve account discrepancies, invoice queries and payment issues.
• Escalate overdue or disputed accounts where appropriate and initiate further recovery action when required.
• Prepare periodic cash receipt forecasts and provide accurate information to support cash-flow management.
• Produce ad hoc reports and financial information as requested by Finance management.

Accounts Payable

• Support the day-to-day processing and administration of Accounts Payable activities for assigned Group companies.
• Process supplier invoices accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with resolving supplier invoice and payment queries.
• Maintain accurate supplier records and financial information.
• Support the Finance Team with payment processing, reconciliations and other AP-related activities as required.

General Finance Support

• Provide cover for colleagues within the Finance Department during periods of absence or increased workload.
• Support the wider Finance Team with month-end activities and other routine accounting tasks as required.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date financial records in accordance with company procedures.
• Carry out ad hoc activities and projects as requested by the Group Finance Manager or Group Finance Director.

About you

We are looking for someone who is organised, proactive and commercially aware, with a good understanding of Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and credit control.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience in an Accounts Assistant, Credit Controller or similar finance role.
• Practical experience of Accounts Receivable and credit control, with some exposure to Accounts Payable.
• Good numerical and analytical skills, with strong attention to detail.
• Sage X3 knowledge or previous experience, ideally within an Accounts Payable and/or Accounts Receivable environment.
• Confidence communicating with customers and internal stakeholders regarding payments and account queries.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Good Excel and general Microsoft Office skills.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues.
• The ability to work independently while contributing effectively as part of a wider Finance Team.

Our Culture

At TXO, we value people who:

• Thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment – you are comfortable with change and take ownership to drive progress without needing rigid structures or hierarchy.
• Bring a challenger mindset – you look for better ways of working and identify improvements that deliver meaningful impact for the business and the environment.
• Are motivated by our mission – you are inspired by TXO's vision to make technology more sustainable and excited to contribute to a growing, forward-thinking business.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

If contract extended or moved to perm:

• Pension & Life Insurance.
• 25 days holidays + bank holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.