Job type
TemporaryLocation
BristolWorking Pattern
Full-timeSpecialism
SupportIndustry
ConstructionPay
£16 - £20/hr (DOE)
Interim Accounts Receivable Role – Immediate Start
The role
A well established construction business is seeking an Interim Accounts Receivable Clerk to support the finance team with day to day billing and credit control activity during a busy period. The role will focus on maintaining the sales ledger, supporting cash collection, and resolving invoice queries in line with project and contractual requirements.
This is a hands on position, ideal for an experienced AR Clerk or Credit Controller who is comfortable working in a fast paced, operational environment.
Key responsibilities
- Raising and issuing sales invoices and applications for payment in line with contract terms
- Maintaining the accounts receivable ledger and ensuring accurate posting of cash receipts
- Supporting credit control activity, including chasing overdue balances by email and telephone
- Allocating payments and resolving unmatched cash
- Responding to invoice queries and working with internal teams to resolve discrepancies
- Monitoring aged debt and escalating issues where required
- Supporting month end activities, including debtor reconciliations
- Ensuring documentation and processes are compliant with internal controls
Skills and experience required
- Previous experience in an Accounts Receivable, Sales Ledger or Credit Control role
- Exposure to construction, engineering or project based environments is advantageous
- Good attention to detail and strong organisational skills
- Confident communicating with internal stakeholders and external customers
- Working knowledge of Excel and finance systems
- Ability to start at short notice and quickly adapt to new processes
Desirable experience
- Experience with applications for payment or retention invoices
- Familiarity with construction billing processes or CIS
- Interim or temporary finance experience
What you need to do now
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