Accounts Assistant – Accounts Receivable Assistant Temp ( min 6 months could be extended) 

• Location: London Heathrow
• Job Type: Full-time office based (Mon-Fri / 9 am to 5 pm)

A client of ours in cargo/freight industry is looking for an Accounts Assistant focusing on Accounts Receivable to join their finance team at their London Heathrow office. This role is crucial for managing our accounts receivables portfolio, minimising credit risk, maximising cash flow, and fostering lasting relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Key responsibilities:

• Handle monthly billing to airlines and other key customers, including raising ad hoc invoices and credit notes.
• Manage customer credit limits to control credit risk and minimise bad debts.
• Monitor cash receipts and ensure accurate posting to customer accounts.
• Obtain all relevant financial documentation including remittances and backups.
• Ensure timely receipt of payments according to agreed terms.
• Respond to and raise queries promptly for both internal and external stakeholders.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with customers and colleagues across finance and non-finance departments.
• Handle month-end and weekly deliverables and duties.
• Support the team with treasury management and the audit processes.
• Maintain accurate customer account reconciliations and sales ledger.
• Provide insights, data, and reporting to key stakeholders at all levels.
• Engage in other ad hoc projects, reports, analysis, and support the Financial Manager as required.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in accounts receivable or a similar role.
• Intermediate knowledge of Excel, including pivot tables, VLOOKUP, and data handling/analysis.
• Familiarity with mid-range accounting systems/general ledgers (experience with Open Accounts is a plus).
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Initiative to explore issues independently and generate new ideas and approaches.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently, prioritising tasks as needed

To apply for the Accounts Assistant position focusing on Accounts Receivable, please contact Vinny at the Staines office