Accounts Assistant South Croydon GBP29,000 per annum Full-time/Permanent - Mon to Fri 8am - 5pm We are working alongside a reputable Heating Contractor, in the search for an experienced Accounts Assistant. This newly created position will provide wide-ranging support across the finance function, with a strong focus on credit control. Designed to offer exposure to all areas of finance, the role is ideal for a motivated individual with 2-3 years' experience in an accounts or finance role, looking to build on their existing skills and progress their career. Key Responsibilities · Credit Control: o Proactively contact customers via phone and email to chase overdue payments o Resolve payment queries and maintain accurate customer account records · Accounts Payable Support: o Assist with supplier and employee expense payments o Upload invoices to customer systems and verify accuracy · Cash & Reporting: o Prepare and report the daily cash position o Assist with monthly management accounts and audit preparation · Reconciliations: o Support intercompany reconciliations across multiple global entities · Finance Team Support: o Provide cover for purchase ledger activities and general finance tasks o Contribute to improvements in financial processes, internal controls, and systems Essential: · 2-3 years experience in a finance or accounts-based role · Hands-on experience with credit control and managing customer accounts · Strong organisational skills and attention to detail · Confident communicator, able to engage professionally with internal teams and external customers · Proactive and willing to learn in a fast-paced environment Desirable: · Proficient in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with functions such as VLOOKUPs and Pivot Tables is advantageous · Experience working with finance systems or ERP platforms Interested? Please apply today and take that next step in developing your career