Accounts Receivable Clerk - Robert Half : Job Details

Robert Half Finance & Accounting are recruiting an interim Accounts Receivable Clerk to join a fast-paced business close to Pontefract, they are coming towards year end and are needing a helping hand through this process and until the back end of next year.

YOU MUST BE ABLE TO START IMMEDIATELY OR 1 WEEKS NOTICE

Reporting into the Financial Controller, key duties of the AR Clerk will include:

• Ensure timely and accurate invoicing, collection and cash processing operations in accordance with group policy/procedures.
• Review and verify client and contract details iN THE SYSTEMS
• Monitoring of accounts receivable inbox responding to and escalating customer queries
• Maintain and monitor charge rates, ensuring records are kept up to date with the correct information, reducing the requirement for issue of credits and amendments.
• Liaise and maintain relationships with Sales and Operations teams to ensure invoicing requirements are met and amendments/issues are communicated effectively.
• Provide support with billing and rates-related issues, ensuring timely resolution of queries and a high level of accuracy.
• Track the volume of credits and re-issued invoices, documenting volumes and reasons.
• Assisting with preparation for year-end audit and interacting with auditors (internal and external).
• To review the unallocated receipts, report and allocate all customer receipts adhering to the customer remittance advice.
• Preparation of monthly trade receivables balance sheet reconciliation and assistance where required on any other month-end activities

To be considered for this role we are looking for candidates with the following:

• Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of accounting systems and finance processes (in particular regarding revenue and accounts receivable).
• Ability to contribute to and work well with the team.
• Planning and organisation skills and ability to prioritise to meet deadlines and cope with fluctuations in workload.
• Willingness to learn.
• Good practical knowledge of finance processes and controls.

In return, the successful candidate will receive the following:

Up to £30,000 depending on experience

Hybrid working environment

MUST BE IMMEDIATELY

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