Accounts Receivable Assistant

Our client, a global logistics and supply chain provider, is seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to support its Finance Team in managing a portfolio of approximately 300 customer accounts. Reporting directly to the Financial Controller, you will secure timely debt collection, carry out credit checks, set up new accounts, and work closely with Operations and other internal departments to resolve queries and settle overdue balances.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the collection of debts within agreed credit terms
• Keep the company’s accounting and credit systems accurately updated for your assigned portfolio
• Process new credit applications efficiently in line with Group guidelines
• Perform credit checks on new accounts, working with Sales and Operations to ensure correct credit limits and terms
• Carry out annual credit checks on assigned accounts to minimise financial risk
• Partner with Operations and other internal departments to resolve customer queries and disputed transactions
• Attend weekly and monthly UK and Ireland Credit Control meetings to update on your portfolio
• Attend customer meetings alongside senior team members as required
• Provide accurate daily and weekly reports to the supervisor and wider finance team
• Support weekly collection status meetings with Senior Management to review ledger performance

Requirements

• 2+ years’ proven experience in a high-volume Credit Control function
• Experience in a fast-paced, commercial, multi-site environment
• Good working knowledge of MS Office; SAP experience preferred
• Freight/logistics experience desirable
• Excellent communication skills across all levels, from operational staff to senior management
• Client-focused mindset
• Strong attention to detail with a proven ability to resolve complex customer overdues
• Autonomous and proactive, with a problem-solving approach
• Resilient and able to perform in a demanding, fast-paced environment
• A collaborative team player

For a confidential discussion on this or any other current opportunity, please contact Nathan@Logiskills.ie or call 018326330

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