An AAT studier keen to secure their next step into an Assistant Accountant role, this candidate is seeking broader exposure across the finance function to continue their professional development. With over 4 years of experience in credit control and accounts receivable, they have gained solid expertise in managing customer accounts, reconciling payments, and driving timely collections. Skilled in cash flow forecasting, financial reporting, and audit support, they work confidently with cross-functional teams to resolve queries efficiently while maintaining strong relationships with customers and suppliers.
Exposure includes:
- Managing customer credit accounts and ensuring timely collections.
- Forecasting customer receipts and updating cash flow reports.
- Checking and releasing customer orders against credit limits.
- Performing debtor reconciliations and allocating payments.
- Producing aged debt reports and financial analysis for management.
- Assisting with month-end processes including reconciliations, reporting, and accruals.
- Supporting credit insurance compliance and renewal process.
- Preparing invoices, statements, and bank deposits.
- Monitoring bank accounts to release cash-in-advance orders.
- Investigating and resolving both customer and supplier queries.
- Assisting with external audits by preparing reports and supporting documentation.
Software knowledge: Microsoft Excel (VLOOKUP, PivotTables), Microsoft Word, bespoke accounting systems
Notice period: 1 month
Location: Aldershot, Hampshire
Candidate Ref: 81635
To discuss this candidate or request a full CV, please contact:
Sarah Arnold – 01252 718777
Sarah.Arnold@howett-thorpe.co.uk