Accounts Receivable Assistant

Kids Planet Day Nurseries Limited; Broomedge; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic nursery company in England is seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join their expanding finance team. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of experience, strong numerical and communication skills, and must be highly detail-oriented. Responsibilities include daily bank reconciliations, posting receipts, and maintaining accounting software. The role also offers competitive compensation and various employee benefits including childcare discounts and health plans.

Benefits

Life Insurance cover

Health plan access

Free meals and snacks

Accredited training

Enhanced family leave

Wellbeing goodies

Long service awards

Birthday day off

Competitive salary and pension

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounts receivable role.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly self-motivated and professional in approach.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations and match customer receipts.
• Post daily receipts into nursery accounting software.
• Monitor Remittance inbox and respond to payment-related queries.
• Reconcile early years funding and maintain accounting accuracy.
• Support the finance team with additional tasks.

Skills

Numerical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

As a quickly developing nursery company, Kids Planet Day Nurseries has grown to over 200 nurseries. As a result, we are always adding members to our finance team, and we are presently seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our team. The chosen applicant will actively participate in the expanding Finance Department at Head Office and possess strong interpersonal and attention to detail skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform daily bank reconciliations, accurately matching customer receipts and investigating any unidentified payments.
• Post daily receipts into our nursery accounting software, ensuring timely and precise updates.
• Monitor the Remittance inbox, responding promptly to payment‑related queries and maintaining excellent customer service.
• Reconcile early years funding received against records in our nursery accounting system, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Support the ongoing maintenance and accuracy of our nursery accounting software.
• Carry out additional tasks as required to support the finance team and the wider business.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounts receivable role.
• Strong numerical and problem‑solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly self‑motivated, calm under pressure, and professional in approach.
• Skilled in reconciling complex accounts, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

What we’ll offer

• Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan.
• Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day.
• Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
• Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
• Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
• Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
• Take the day off on your birthday – it’s all about you!
• Competitive salary and pension.

Recognition

• Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025.

Additional

• 80% Childcare Discount – T&Cs apply.