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Accounts Receivable Clerk

Michael Page
Posted 3 days ago, valid for 24 days
Location

Maidstone, Kent ME15 6YQ, England

Salary

£22,000 - £26,400 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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Sonic Summary

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  • This position is for a candidate to support the accounting and finance team by processing financial transactions accurately and timely.
  • The job is located in Maidstone and offers a structured and professional work environment.
  • Candidates should have experience in financial operations, preferably within accounts receivable, with strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
  • The role includes responsibilities such as processing customer payments, managing unapplied cash, and supporting month-end close activities.
  • The position offers a competitive salary and is a permanent role with opportunities for career growth.

This candidate will play a pivotal role in supporting the accounting and finance team by ensuring accurate and timely processing of financial transactions. This position is based in Maidstone and offers an excellent opportunity to work in a structured and professional environment.

Client Details

This organisation is a well-established entity operating as part of a larger network. It is known for its professional work environment, with a dedicated focus on delivering high-quality financial operations.

Description

- Process and apply daily customer payments using data from bank statements, remittance advice, and third-party portals, ensuring accurate matching in our DMS

- Utilise a cash application automation tool to auto-match and apply payments where possible, and manually resolve exceptions

- Monitor and manage unapplied or unidentified cash, initiating prompt investigations and liaising with credit control sites to resolve issues

- Perform timely clearing of invoices, adjustments, write-offs, credit/debit memos in accordance with internal guidelines

- Reconcile customer accounts to maintain ledger accuracy and support AR aging clarity

- Handle payment discrepancies including short/over payments and resolve them according to escalation protocols

- Support cash application elements of month-end close and contribute to AR reporting accuracy

- Coordinate with dealership finance teams, SSC colleagues, and external customers to ensure payment queries are resolved quickly and efficiently

  • - Maintain strict adherence to internal controls, audit standards, and SOX compliance where applicable

Profile

A successful applicant:

  • Experience in financial operations, preferably within accounts receivable
  • Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
  • Proficiency with accounting software and Microsoft Excel.
  • Ability to work effectively in a team and communicate clearly.
  • A proactive approach to problem-solving and process improvement.

Job Offer

  • Competitive salary
  • Permanent position with opportunities for career growth.
  • Professional work environment in Maidstone.

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