Accounts Receivable Clerk

Accounts Receivable Clerk

Reporting to the Finance Director, the Accounts Receivable Clerk is responsible for the creation and collection of fees / invoices. This includes the maintenance of accurate account records, ensuring increases and deductions are processed in line with customer contracts. You will also be expected to handle any queries regarding billed amounts and engage in the collection of unpaid fees (credit control).

Responsibilities:

• Be responsible for a portfolio of accounts within the group and efficiently manage the production and distribution of the monthly billing run for all fee income streams.
• Complete the new customer set up within the system, review all new customer agreements.
• Working alongside the various sites, liaise with external authorities regarding 3rd party funding and ensure set up of 3rd party customers and billing is accurate and timely.
• Resolve billing queries
• Receive, review and setup up direct debit mandates with the bank for new customers and support the production of the monthly Direct Debit collections process.
• Appropriately and sensitively, chase for payment via phone, email and letter as required.
• Chase local authorities and solicitors for payment regarding specific funding relating to costs.
• Attend and contribute to the monthly Aged Debt review meeting with management.
• Daily posting of all bank transactions relating to resident income.
• Support internal and external audit requirements as requested by management.

Requirements:

• From a finance background ideally with experience in a similar role.
• Sales ledger and credit control experience.
• A good knowledge of Microsoft Excel and finance systems is essential.
• Good attention to detail and level of self-motivation.
• Able to communicate effectively and work well as part of a team.

£28,000 - £32,000 depending on experience.

Based in Client, Stourbridge. Own transport essential.

Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.