Sales Ledger/Cash Allocations Assistant

Job Description

Cash Allocations & Account Reconciliations Assistant

Salary: £30,000 + 25 days holiday + pension

Location: Reading
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Pattern: Full-time

Office Attendance: 4 days in the office, 1 day working from home

About our client

Our client is a multi-site UK business, who operate in the IT sector and for their growing finance team, we are looking for a detail-oriented and organised Cash Allocations & Bank Reconciliations Assistant to join our client's friendly finance team in Reading, supporting the Credit Control function and helping ensure accurate and timely allocation of incoming payments.

The Role

Reporting into the Finance Team / Credit Control Manager, the successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining accurate customer accounts through daily cash allocations and bank reconciliations. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong attention to detail who enjoys working in a fast-paced finance environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Daily allocation of incoming payments across multiple bank accounts
• Performing regular bank reconciliations and resolving discrepancies promptly
• Supporting the Credit Controllers with account investigations and payment queries
• Liaising with internal teams and external stakeholders regarding unidentified receipts
• Monitoring aged receipts and ensuring timely resolution of unallocated cash
• Assisting with month-end finance processes and reporting
• Maintaining accurate financial records and audit trails
• Supporting continuous improvements in cash allocation and reconciliation processes
• Assisting with ad hoc finance administration duties as required

Skills & Experience Required

• Previous experience in cash allocations, bank reconciliations, or transactional finance
• Experience supporting Credit Control teams is highly desirable
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with excellent attention to detail
• Good Excel skills and confidence working with finance systems
• Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative approach
• Organised, reliable, and proactive attitude

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working pattern (4 days office-based, 1 day from home)
• Supportive and collaborative finance team
• Opportunity to join a growing organisation with long-term career prospects

Please do get in touch for further details of this superb finance role.

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