Accounts Receivable Officer

Immediate startOpportunity to growHybrid flexibilityAccounts Receivable Banking & Admin OfficerYour new company Join an established organisation with a strong focus on reliable service, sound financial controls and continuous process improvement. This is an opportunity to become a key member of a collaborative finance and administration function while working in a varied, hands-on position. The company's identity will remain confidential during the initial stages of the recruitment process. Your new role Reporting to the Finance, Administration & HR Manager, you will take ownership of accounts receivable, client credit, daily banking and cashflow inflows while also supporting routine office administration. Your responsibilities will include:Allocating customer receipts and maintaining accurate account recordsIssuing statements and following up overdue accountsMaintaining debtor ageing, collection notes and DSO reportingInvestigating payment issues and coordinating customer disputesCompleting new client financial onboarding and credit assessmentsObtaining credit reports and trade referencesPreparing credit recommendations and escalating higher-risk applicationsCompleting daily bank reconciliations and investigating unidentified or unreconciled transactionsMaintaining expected receipts, collection forecasts and banking recordsSupporting office supplies, mail, workplace events and other general administrationMaintaining accurate, audit-ready records and supporting ISO and audit requirements What you need to succeed To be successful in this position, you will bring:Previous experience in accounts receivable, credit control or a similar transactional finance roleStrong collections experience and confidence following up overdue accountsExperience allocating payments and completing bank reconciliationsThe ability to review credit information and make well-considered recommendationsStrong numerical skills and excellent attention to detailClear communication and a professional, customer-focused approachExcellent organisation skills and the ability to manage recurring deadlinesA reliable and proactive attitude with a focus on improving processesThe ability to handle sensitive financial information with discretionA willingness to assist with general office and administrative responsibilities Whats in it for you? A broad role offering ownership across accounts receivable, credit, banking and administrationThe opportunity to manage key customer finance processes from onboarding through to collectionsExposure to cashflow forecasting, risk assessment, audit support and process improvementA varied position where you can make a visible contribution to the wider businessThe chance to join a collaborative environment that values reliability, initiative and attention to detail