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Accounts Receivable Assistant

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Temporary Accounts Receivable Assistant
Location: Darlington (Hybrid Working)
Contract: Temporary, Initial 6-Month Contract (Potential for Extension)
Rate: Excellent Competitive Hourly Rate
Are you an experienced Accounts Receivable professional looking for your next contract opportunity? Do you want to gain valuable experience working for a prestigious and well-established organisation while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working?
Hays are currently recruiting for a Temporary Accounts Receivable Assistant to join a highly respected business based in Darlington. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive finance team, develop your existing skills and gain exposure within a reputable organisation.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing customer accounts and maintaining accurate records
- Raising sales invoices and credit notes
- Allocating incoming payments
- Chasing outstanding debt and resolving payment queries
- Reconciling customer accounts
- Investigating and resolving discrepancies
- Supporting month-end processes and reporting requirements
- Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external customers
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About You:
- Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable, Sales Ledger or Credit Control role
- Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
- Confident communicator with a proactive approach
- Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel
- Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
- French language skills would be highly advantageous, although not essential
What's on Offer:
- Excellent competitive hourly rate
- Hybrid working arrangement
- Opportunity to work for a prestigious organisation
- Valuable experience within a high-performing finance team
- Potential for the contract to be extended beyond the initial 6-month period


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This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Receivable professional seeking their next temporary assignment with a market-leading organisation.
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