RG Consultancy are working with an excellent company located near Bury, Greater Manchester who are looking to recruit an experienced accounts assistant - someone with a strong sales ledger/credit control background.

This role will report into the finance manager and will be responsible for the sales ledger/accounts function.

Duties will include:

• Raising and processing high volumes of sales invoices accurately and in a timely manner

• Allocating customer receipts (BACS, cheque, card payments) and reconciling customer accounts

• Proactively managing aged debt and undertaking effective credit control to reduce debtor days

• Chasing overdue payments via telephone and email in a professional manner

• Resolving invoice queries promptly, liaising with customers, sales and internal departments to ensure timely payment

• Setting up new customer accounts, carrying out credit checks and maintaining accurate customer records

• Monitoring customer credit limits and reporting any concerns to management

• Producing and reviewing aged debtor reports for the Finance Manager

• Posting and reconciling bank transactions

• Assisting with month-end processes including account reconciliations and reporting

• Supporting cashflow forecasting with accurate debtor information

• Maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring compliance with company procedures

• Assisting with purchase ledger and other general accounts duties when required

• Supporting audits by providing requested documentation and explanations

• Contributing to improvements in processes and systems as the business continues to grow

Benefits:

• Monday-Friday working pattern - 830am-5pm

• 25 days holidays + bank holidays

• Company pension scheme

• Onsite parking

• Death in service