Interim Accounts Receivable - 12 month temp

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This is a fantastic opportunity for an Accounts Receivable Administrator to join a well‑established public‑sector finance function on a 12‑month temporary contract. The role supports income collection and sales ledger activity, ensuring accurate billing and timely receipt of funds.The role will be office‑based initially, with hybrid working available once you are comfortable with systems and processes.

Key Responsibilities

Monitoring and managing the Accounts Receivable and credit management inbox, responding to customer queries within agreed service levels.
Creating and maintaining customer accounts accurately within finance systems.
Running routine invoice cycles, including daily, weekly and monthly billing runs.
Processing sundry invoices, checking requests for accuracy, VAT treatment and correct accounting information.
Managing self‑billing processes, identifying exceptions and liaising with customers and internal teams to resolve issues.
Allocating customer receipts and investigating unallocated cash.
Supporting debt management activities, including overdue debt chasing.
Taking card payments by phone and completing end‑of‑day banking processes in line with procedure.
Liaising with district offices and national colleagues to maintain a high standard of customer service.
Providing wider finance team support, including reporting and ad hoc administrative tasks.
About You

Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, sales ledger or credit control.
Strong numeracy skills and attention to detail.
Comfortable handling customer queries and communicating professionally.
Organised, proactive and able to manage competing priorities.

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Location:
Bristol
Salary:
£16 /hour £16 /hr premium
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Public Sector

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