via Reed · 16 September 2026 ·5 days ago

Accounts Receivable Associate

Reed
Hertfordshire Full-time GBP 34,000 – 35,000
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Reed Accountancy are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Receivable Associate in Hertfordshire (SG13)

  • Job Type: Permanent, Full-time

  • Salary: £34,000 per annum

  • Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

  • Office based (potential for 1 day working from home after 4-month probation has been completed)

You will play a crucial role in managing the company's sales ledger, ensuring invoices are raised accurately and promptly, and maintaining positive customer relationships. This position is key to supporting healthy cash flow through effective credit control and accurate financial administration.

Day-to-day duties of the role:

  • Credit Control: Monitor customer accounts, follow up on overdue invoices, and maintain records of collection activities. Prepare debtor reports for finance meetings and escalate overdue accounts as necessary.

  • Customer Account Management: Handle customer enquiries related to invoices, payments, and account balances. Resolve issues in collaboration with internal departments and issue monthly statements.

  • Invoicing: Raise and process invoices accurately and timely. Maintain the Manual Invoice Tracker to ensure all activities are recorded.

  • Credit Administration: Conduct credit checks, assess creditworthiness, and set up secure payment links for prompt payments.

  • Financial Systems & Record Keeping: Maintain accurate sales ledger records and support month-end activities related to accounts receivable.

  • Cross-Functional Support: Assist the Accounts Payable team during busy periods.

Required Skills & Qualifications:
  • Experience within Sales Ledger and Credit Control is essential

  • Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritise effectively.

  • High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate and high-quality work.

  • Strong teamwork capabilities, providing support and leadership as necessary.

  • Effective communication skills, capable of professional interaction at all levels.

  • Analytical skills with the ability to evaluate data and make sound decisions.

  • Experience with financial systems such as Sage 200

  • A good working knowledge of MS Excel (including V Look Ups & Pivot Tables)

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