Accounts Receivable Assistant (Maternity cover) Job Type: Part-time, Temporary (25 hours per week) Location: Littlehampton Salary: £27-31,000 We are seeking a competent and hardworking individual to join our Finance team as an Accounts Receivable Assistant. This part-time, temporary position offers an exciting opportunity to handle key financial responsibilities within a dynamic environment. Day-to-day of the role: Serve as the primary contact for all financial matters relating to sales. Raise sales invoices and manage debtors efficiently. Process customer payments, including handling phone calls and taking card payments. Perform daily and monthly bank reconciliations, including saving bank statements for month-end processes. Ensure all sales invoices for the current month are processed timely, meeting all deadlines. Run aged debtors reports at the end of each month to clear off any discrepancies. Log sales orders for commission purposes and check sales nominal codes on Sage prior to month end to ensure correct postings. Raise credit notes and process customer refunds when applicable. Manage the Accounts Receivable mailbox and provide general cover for the finance department as needed. Undertake other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate by management. Required Skills & Qualifications: Excellent communication skills and professional telephone manner. Exceptional organisational skills, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. Ability to work well within a small team and independently. IT literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office 365 and Excel. Confidence in learning and using accounting systems, specifically Sage. Ability to maintain confidentiality of organisational information. Capability to remain calm under time pressure and meet strict deadlines. Desired Skills: Knowledge of Sage systems. Familiarity with CRM/Project Management Software. Benefits: Company pension Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay Store discount To apply for this Accounts Receivable Assistant position, please submit your CV and a cover letter detailing your relevant experience and why you are interested in this role.