Accounts Receivable Assistant

Accounts Receivable Assistant – Temporary Contract Location: London (Hybrid, 3 days in office) Contract: Initial Temporary Assignment We are working with an established international financial services business looking to appoint an experienced Accounts Receivable / Finance Associate to support its Finance team on an initial temporary basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with a strong background in accounts receivable, sales ledger management and financial reconciliations, who is comfortable working in a busy, fast-paced environment. Key Responsibilities

• Manage the sales ledger, including processing sales invoices and ensuring accurate VAT treatment.
• Oversee client recharges and support timely collection of outstanding payments.
• Liaise with operational teams and clients to resolve invoice queries and manage debt-related matters.
• Reconcile financial data across accounting and banking systems.
• Manage the Finance inbox and respond to internal and external queries.
• Assist with VAT reporting, monthly management accounts and audit preparation.
• Support improvements to existing finance processes and procedures.
• Provide additional support across the Finance team as required. Skills & Experience Required
• Previous experience in Accounts Receivable / Sales Ledger, ideally within an international business.
• Good understanding of VAT, including international VAT treatment.
• Strong Excel skills and proficiency with Microsoft Outlook.
• Excellent attention to detail, organisation and time management.
• Confident communicator, comfortable liaising with stakeholders across different departments.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• A proactive, collaborative approach with the confidence to challenge and resolve outstanding payment issues. The position is initially temporary and would suit someone who can quickly get up to speed and make an immediate contribution and start ASAP.