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Junior Accounts Assistant

United Kingdom, Ashford, Kent Employment contract 25000.00 - 27000.00 GBP / Year · Job Posted March 21, 2026
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Our client, a leading organisation based in Ashford, has an incredible opportunity for a Junior Accounts Assistant to join their Accounts Receivable (AR) team. You will receive training, where you will play a crucial role in recording and reconciling cash receipts, resolving discrepancies, and maintaining strong relationships with customers in the UK. If you have an Accounting qualification and a passion for finance, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Job Responsibility

  • Contact past due customers via phone, email or letter to collect past due balances
  • Analyse assigned portfolio to identify delinquent/past due or at-risk collection accounts
  • Monitor credit holds and account status and credit availability
  • Reconcile customer accounts
  • Research and resolve disputed invoice balances/customer deductions
  • Negotiate prompt payment for delinquent customers and/or arrange payment instalments
  • Conduct Cash application and credit memo research
  • Provide invoices, credit memos, statements, packing lists and proof of delivery upon request
  • Research and resolve tax disputes and obtain valid exemption certificates from customers, including providing corrected invoices
  • Provide trade reference requests on demand
  • Monitor daily credit hold report and release shipments
  • Process final demand letters for balances to be forwarded to third party collections
  • Process credit balance refund requests
  • Work the aged balance review and adjustment projects

Requirements

  • An Accounting qualification
  • Some experience working in an office environment is an advantage
  • Proficient in using Excel spreadsheets, Outlook, and Word

What we offer

  • 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays, 28 days annual leave after 5 years service
  • Matched pension contribution of 6%
  • 4x Life Assurance
  • Free breakfast/lunch everyday
  • Easter eggs, Christmas hampers, Yoga classes
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