Accounts Assistant

Accounts Assistant (AR/AP & Credit Control)

Location: Langley, Slough
Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am - 5:00pm (Office-Based)

Join a Growing Business in a Varied Finance Role

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to join our team based in Langley, Slough. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience across Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, and Credit Control who is looking for a varied position within a supportive and growing business.

Reporting directly to the COO, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day financial operations of the company, ensuring accounts are maintained accurately while helping to keep customers, suppliers, and internal processes running smoothly.

This role is fully office-based and would suit someone who enjoys a hands-on position with a mix of finance, administration, and commercial support responsibilities.

The Role

As the Accounts Assistant, you will be responsible for supporting both the sales and purchase ledger functions, managing credit control activities, and ensuring the accuracy of invoicing, pricing, and financial records.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable & Credit Control

Raise, process, and maintain accurate customer invoices.
Chase outstanding payments and proforma invoices.
Monitor debtor balances and follow up on overdue accounts.
Build positive relationships with customers while ensuring timely collection of payments.
Resolve invoice queries and payment discrepancies.

Accounts Payable

Process supplier invoices accurately and efficiently.
Assist with supplier statement reconciliations.
Support payment processing and supplier account management.
Ensure purchase orders and invoices match correctly.

Sales Pricing & Order Processing

Update and maintain sales pricing within Sage 200.
Review customer and supplier orders for accuracy.
Verify pricing, quantities, and supporting documentation before processing.
Support internal teams with pricing and order-related queries.

Reporting & Administration

Prepare reports relating to sales, invoicing, outstanding payments, orders, and business performance.
Assist with account reconciliations and transaction checking.
Support the COO with financial and administrative tasks.
Maintain accurate and organised financial records.
Assist with ad hoc duties to support business operations.

What We're Looking For

Essential Experience

Experience in an Accounts Assistant, Finance Assistant, Accounts Administrator, or similar role.
Experience across both Accounts Receivable (AR) and Accounts Payable (AP) functions.
Previous credit control experience.
Experience using Sage 200.
Strong invoicing and order processing experience.

Skills & Attributes

Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong reconciliation and problem-solving skills.
Good working knowledge of spreadsheets, particularly Microsoft Excel.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively.
Confident communication skills when dealing with customers and suppliers.
Reliable, professional, and able to handle confidential information.
Positive, flexible, and team-oriented approach.

Why Apply?

Competitive salary
Stable Monday-to-Friday working hours.
Opportunity to work closely with senior management.
Varied dual AR/AP and Credit Control role.
Supportive and collaborative team environment.
Opportunity to develop your finance career within a growing business.If you have experience in Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Credit Control, and Sage 200, and are looking for a varied finance role where your contribution will make a real impact, we would love to hear from you.

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