Accounts Administrator

Accounts Administrator

Posted Today by PE Global

£150 Per day
Undetermined
Hybrid
Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

Summary: The Accounts Administrator role at PE Global involves managing accounts receivable processes for an energy client in the UK. This initial 3-month hybrid contract requires the candidate to work three days a week in Birmingham. Key responsibilities include invoicing, payment processing, and credit control, along with collaboration with internal teams. Candidates must have relevant experience and the right to work in the UK for at least the next 12 months.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create, review, and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner
  • Process and allocate incoming payments, ensuring accuracy across accounts
  • Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies
  • Proactively chase overdue invoices and manage collections activities
  • Liaise with internal teams (sales, operations, finance) to resolve billing and payment issues
  • Support credit control processes, including credit checks and risk assessments
  • Maintain accurate financial records and customer account information
  • Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable, including aging reports and cash flow updates
  • Assist with onboarding new customers, including financial due diligence
  • Identify process inefficiencies and support improvements and automation initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and UK financial regulations

Key Skills:

  • Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or Accounts Administration
  • Strong understanding of invoicing, collections, and reconciliation processes
  • Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
  • Advanced Excel skills (data analysis, reporting, reconciliations)
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Salary (Rate): £150 daily

City: Birmingham

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: hybrid

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

PE Global is recruiting an Accounts Administrator for our energy client based in the UK. The role is an initial 3-month contract and the role is hybrid (3 days in Birmingham per week). The rate for this role is £150 per day PAYE.

Responsibilities:

  • Create, review, and issue accurate customer invoices in a timely manner
  • Process and allocate incoming payments, ensuring accuracy across accounts
  • Reconcile customer accounts and investigate discrepancies
  • Proactively chase overdue invoices and manage collections activities
  • Liaise with internal teams (sales, operations, finance) to resolve billing and payment issues
  • Support credit control processes, including credit checks and risk assessments
  • Maintain accurate financial records and customer account information
  • Prepare regular reports on accounts receivable, including aging reports and cash flow updates
  • Assist with onboarding new customers, including financial due diligence
  • Identify process inefficiencies and support improvements and automation initiatives
  • Ensure compliance with internal controls and UK financial regulations

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in Accounts Receivable, Credit Control, or Accounts Administration
  • Strong understanding of invoicing, collections, and reconciliation processes
  • Experience using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Microsoft Dynamics)
  • Advanced Excel skills (data analysis, reporting, reconciliations)
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
  • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability
  • Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment

Please note PE Global cannot assist with visa sponsorship, candidates will need the full right to live and work within the UK for at least the next 12 months.