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Accounts Assistant Credit Control

Posted: 14/09/26
Recruiter:Cobb & Jones Recruitment Limited
Reference:3176568976
Type:Permanent
Salary:£35,000 Annual
Location:Hythe, Kent
Description:

Accounts Assistant (Sales Ledger & Credit Control) Hythe/Hybrid (4 days office and 1 home) Up to £35,000

Cobb & Jones are currently supporting a well-established and growing business in Kent to recruit an Accounts Assistant with a strong focus on Sales Ledger and Credit Control.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and proactive finance professional to join a supportive finance team, taking ownership of customer accounts, invoicing and debt management processes. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate financial records and supporting cash flow through effective credit control procedures.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the end-to-end sales ledger process, including raising invoices, allocating payments, processing credit notes and reconciling customer accounts.
  • Maintain accurate customer records and resolve invoice or account queries in a timely manner.
  • Monitor outstanding debt, chasing overdue payments and maintaining aged debt reports.
  • Investigate and resolve payment disputes, escalating issues where appropriate.
  • Support credit control activities, including reviewing credit limits and helping to reduce aged debt.
  • Prepare regular debtor reports and assist with cash allocation and bank reconciliations.
  • Support month-end processes, audits and year-end activities.
  • Maintain accurate financial records while ensuring compliance with internal controls and company procedures.
  • Provide administrative support to the wider finance team as required.
  • The ideal candidate will have previous experience within a finance function and demonstrate a solid understanding of sales ledger and credit control processes.

Essential Skills & Experience

  • Previous experience in a Sales Ledger, Credit Control, Accounts Assistant or similar finance role.
  • Strong communication and customer service skills.
  • Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy.
  • Good numerical and analytical abilities.
  • Ability to manage workloads effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.
  • Experience using accounting software.
  • Good understanding of accounts receivable and credit control procedures.

What's on Offer?

  • Opportunity to join a stable and growing business.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Varied role with responsibility and autonomy.
  • Ongoing development within a professional finance team.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.

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