AR Assistant

Robert Walters UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading real estate company as an Accounts Receivable Clerk in London. In this role, you will manage cash collection processes, ensure accurate reconciliations, and provide support to the finance team. The ideal candidate should be organised with strong communication skills, experienced in credit control, and proficient with Yardi. The company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including private healthcare and generous leave policies.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Life assurance

Enhanced pension scheme

Interest-free travel loan

Paid study leave

Above statutory maternity/paternity package

Employee assistance programme

Volunteer and fundraising activities

Qualifications

• Experience as a credit controller or accounts assistant is essential.
• Professional telephone manner and strong communication skills are required.
• Competency in Excel is expected.

Responsibilities

• Manage accounts receivable processes and ensure timely cash collection.
• Reconcile all funds received and provide updates to management on arrears.
• Resolve queries on invoices and assist with accounts payable as needed.

Skills

Organisation

Attention to detail

Communication

Tools

Yardi

Excel

Job description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dedicated Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a dynamic team in London, for an established and highly regarded real estate company. This role offers a competitive salary of £35k - £40k and an impressive benefits package. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the timely and accurate collection of cash for the company by effectively managing the accounts receivable processes.

Responsibilities:

As an Accounts Receivable Clerk, your primary responsibility will be to ensure the timely and accurate collection of cash for the company. You will manage the accounts receivable processes, monitor outstanding balances, identify discrepancies and ensure prompt resolution. Your role will also include providing ad hoc support to the finance team as needs dictate. You will play a crucial role in maintaining financial stability within the organisation.

• Ensure all Direct Debit rent invoices are raised and collected in a timely manner
• Bank, allocate and reconcile all funds received by the business
• Provide regular updates to senior management on the arrears position detailing any overdue amounts
• Resolve queries on invoices and refund any overpayments made in error
• Assist with ensuring commercial and residential leases are reflected within 48 hours of signature for new leases/renewals or amendments
• Provide support to the accounts payable function as required to meet reporting deadlines

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal Accounts Receivable Clerk will bring a wealth of experience in credit control or as an accounts assistant. Your professional telephone manner and strong communication skills will enable you to resolve queries efficiently. Your organised approach, attention to detail and accuracy will ensure that all financial transactions are handled correctly. Your competency on Excel and confidence on systems will allow you to manage data effectively. Experience with Yardi is a must-have for this role.

• Experience working as a credit controller or accounts assistant is essential
• Professional telephone manner and strong communication skills are required
• Organised and professional approach with an eye for detail and accuracy is necessary
• Competency on Excel and confidence on systems is expected
• Yardi experience is a requirement

The Company:

This company prides itself on its commitment to its employees' well-being with an impressive benefits package that includes private healthcare, life assurance, enhanced company pension scheme, interest-free travel loan, paid study leave, maternity and paternity package above statutory requirements, employee assistance programme and active days for volunteering and fundraising activities. They also offer opportunities for growth leadership within their supportive environment.

Next Steps:

If you're ready to take the next step in your career, don't hesitate!

Apply today by clicking on the link. We look forward to receiving your application.

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

About the job

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accounts Receivable / Credit Control

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Accountancy & Finance

Focus: Accounts Receivable / Credit Control

Industry: Accountancy

Salary: £35,000 - £40,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: London

FULL_TIME

Job Reference: SCMRXH-03149C99

Date posted: 6 May 2025

Consultant: Eva Kehoe

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