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Butler Rose is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a well-established and growing SME based in Banbury. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Accounts Assistant to join a busy finance function in a supportive, collaborative environment.

Part-time hours are approximately 20 hrs per week, with flexibility around working days and start times to suit the successful candidate. Office based.

This role is ideal for a hands-on finance professional who enjoys working across the sales ledger and receivables, supporting the wider finance team and playing an active role in the day-to-day financial operations of a fast-paced business.

The Role

Reporting into the Finance Manager, the Accounts Assistant will be responsible for ensuring accurate and timely sales ledger processing, effective cash collection and supporting month-end and year-end activities. You will also work closely with internal teams and external customers to resolve queries efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

Pre-invoicing administration

Raising customer invoices via finance and operational systems, including manual invoicing

Management and control of the receivables ledger

Cash collection activities, including statements, customer contact and query resolution

Aged debt analysis and management of overdue balances

Weekly cash receipt forecasting

Assisting with month-end reconciliations and year-end transactions

Maintaining strong relationships with customers and internal stakeholders

Invoice and credit note administration

Providing cross-cover support to Accounts Payable when required

Ad hoc finance tasks to support the wider team

About You

Essential:

Proven experience in a sales ledger or accounts assistant role

Good numerical ability and accounting knowledge (AAT or CBE would be an advantage)

Intermediate Excel skills

Strong attention to detail with a logical and methodical approach

Excellent organisation, time management and prioritisation skills

Confident communicator with the ability to resolve queries promptly

Willingness to learn and develop professionally

Desirable:

Experience using Sage 50

Background in a fast-paced or high-growth business

Experience within an SME or logistics / transport / distribution environment

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

20 days holiday plus bank holidays (pro rata)

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Death in service cover after qualifying period

Free onsite parking

Opportunities for professional development and progression

Flexible and supportive working culture

If you are looking for a part-time Accounts Assistant role within a growing and people-focused business, Butler Rose would love to hear from you.

Butler Rose is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer.
Butler Rose Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.