Accounts Assistant required for organisation near Eastleigh Your new company You will be working for a local organisation who are seeking an Accounts Assistant near Eastleigh. You will be working within a small team of 5 people in which you will focus on the Sales Ledger. Your new role Prepare and issue accurate invoices for related products/services Ensure all charges are correctly applied in line with arrangements Monitor and maintain the sales ledger to ensure all receivables are recorded and updated accurately Reconcile accounts and investigate any discrepancies in payments or invoicing. Proactively manage debt recovery, sending payment reminders, and following up on overdue accounts. Liaise with customers to resolve outstanding payment issues Process incoming payments via various channels (direct debit, BACS, cheques). Perform regular bank reconciliations and ensure funds are accurately allocated to customer accounts. Generate and maintain reports on debtors and income for management review. Provide monthly aged debtor reports, highlighting areas of concern and proposing actions to reduce overdue balances. Act as the point of contact for queries related to resident accounts and payments. What you'll need to succeed Previous experience in a sales ledger, accounts receivable, or similar finance role, ideally within a multi-site organisation. Strong numerical and analytical skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for dealing with both internal teams and external stakeholders Proficient in accounting software and Microsoft Excel. (Sage, Xero, SAP etc.) What you'll get in return You will earn a competitive salary of circa £26,000 alongside other benefits. For more information on the benefits package, please reach out on my contact details as below. What you need to do now If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call Jack Bailey, the specialist consultant managing this vacancy on 02382 020 104. If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career. 4612141