Assistant Accountant

CubeLogic Ltd.•London, CA

41d•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Assistant Accountant to support our finance team in managing Accounts Payable (AP), Accounts Receivable (AR), and Cash Recovery functions. This role is critical in ensuring accurate financial processing, timely collections, and efficient resolution of outstanding accounts to improve cash flow.

Requirements

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in financial record-keeping.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a focus on customer service.
Problem-solving ability to address and resolve billing and payment issues.
Proficiency in Business Central and advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
AAT Level 3 and 4 Qualification, a degree in accounting, finance, or a related field is preferred.
2+ years of experience in Assistant Accountant roles.

Responsibilities

Verify, code, and process vendor invoices for timely payments.
Match invoices with purchase orders and resolve discrepancies with internal departments or vendors.
Ensure correct approvals are obtained for processing and payment of invoices.
Assist in the preparation of fortnightly payment runs.
Process payments (ACH, wire transfers, and checks) and maintain records of transactions.
Reconcile vendor statements and ensure all outstanding issues are addressed.
Respond to vendor queries promptly and professionally.
Review expenses submitted for adherence to company policy and processing of reimbursements
Building strong relationships with suppliers.
Prepare and issue customer invoices with accuracy and in a timely manner.
Record payments and apply them to customer accounts in the system.
Generate AR aging reports and conduct follow-ups on overdue accounts.
Address customer billing inquiries and resolve discrepancies swiftly.
Building strong relationships with customers.
Proactively identify overdue accounts and implement strategies for recovery.
Conduct regular follow-ups with customers via email, phone, or written communication to recover outstanding balances.
Negotiate payment plans or settlements as necessary, while maintaining positive relationships with customers.
Monitor and report on recovery efforts, providing updates to management on progress and challenges.
Collaborate with internal teams to address billing errors or disputes that impact collections.
Escalate unresolved cases to management.
Assist in month-end and year-end closing activities, including reconciling AP/AR and cash accounts.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in the accounting system.
Prepare reports and analysis related to, AR aging, and recovery performance.
Support audit requests by providing documentation and insights related to AP, AR, and cash recovery.
Ad hoc requests from the CFO and Finance Director