Accounts Receivable Assistant in Darlington, County Durham

Temporary Accounts Receivable AssistantLocation: 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

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

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

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