Accounts Receivable Clerk

Morgan McKinley (South West); Gloucester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Gloucester is looking for an organised Accounts Receivable Clerk to join their finance team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will manage incoming payments, maintain customer records, and handle invoicing systematically. Strong numerical skills and communication abilities are essential, along with proficiency in finance systems like Sage or SAP. The role offers a dynamic work environment with an immediate start and full-time hours, making it perfect for motivated individuals ready to contribute quickly.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control is essential.
• Strong analytical skills are required for effective financial assessments.
• Excellent communication skills to engage with customers are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on schedule.
• Allocate and process incoming payments in a timely manner.
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on overdue balances.

Skills

Numerical and analytical skills

Excellent communication and customer service

High attention to detail

Time management

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel

Tools

Sage

SAP

Xero

Job description

Position: Accounts Receivable Clerk
Contract Type: Temporary
Location: Gloucester
Hours: Full-time
Start Date: Immediate
Rate: From £12 per hour

Role Overview

We are looking for an organised and proactive Accounts Receivable Clerk to join our finance team on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing incoming payments, maintaining accurate customer records, and ensuring all invoices are raised and collected in a timely manner. This role requires someone who can quickly adapt, work efficiently, and support the team during a busy period.

Key Responsibilities

• Raise and issue customer invoices accurately and on schedule
• Allocate and process incoming payments
• Monitor customer accounts and follow up on overdue balances
• Perform account and statement reconciliations
• Handle customer queries promptly and professionally
• Maintain up-to-date and accurate records within the finance system
• Support month-end processes as required
• Liaise with internal teams to resolve discrepancies

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in Accounts Receivable or Credit Control
• Strong numerical and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and customer service abilities
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to manage workload and meet deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and finance systems (e.g., Sage, SAP, Xero, or similar)
• Ability to start immediately and hit the ground running