Your New Company
A well-established, fast-growing business operating in the premium consumer goods sector. The company combines strong commercial performance with a close-knit, professional finance team and a supportive working environment. Based in Central London, the business continues to expand across UK and EU markets.Your New Role
As Credit Controller / Accounts Receivable Analyst, you'll play a key role in managing cash flow, maintaining accurate financial records, and supporting wider finance operations. This is a hands-on role offering exposure across credit control, accounting support, VAT, and Amazon Seller Central reporting.You'll be office-based five days per week, working closely with senior stakeholders and contributing to continuous finance process improvement.

Key Responsibilities
Accounts Receivable / Credit Control

• Proactively chase outstanding debts by phone and email in line with agreed payment terms
• Investigate and resolve internal and external payment queries, keeping directors informed of progress
• Review invoices, remittances, and payments to identify and resolve discrepancies
• Process customer credit card payments via PDQ machines and payment terminals
• Issue weekly/monthly statements, invoices, and credit notes (and on request)
• Set up new customer accounts and liaise with internal teams to support timely query resolution

Financial Analysis & Accounting Support

• Record and reconcile transactions across the sales ledger, purchase ledger, and cashbook
• Accurately process sales and purchase invoices
• Perform month-end reconciliations, investigating credit balances, discrepancies, and rebates
• Assist with VAT registrations and reconciliation of VAT control accounts for monthly and quarterly VAT returns (UK, EU, multi-currency)
• Process daily income, cheque payments, and online banking transactions
• Produce ad hoc financial and management reports as required

Amazon Seller Central Management

• Manage and navigate Amazon Seller Central, producing sales, settlement, and financial reports
• Collate and reconcile Amazon sales data, fees, and VAT information
• Support Marketplace Facilitator VAT requirements, including Amazon's role in collecting and remitting VAT for UK and EU sales

What You'll Need to Succeed

• At least 2 years' experience in a credit control or accounts receivable role
• Strong Excel skills and confidence using Office 365
• Excellent attention to detail and high levels of accuracy
• Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
• Confident telephone and written communication skills
• Well-organised, flexible approach with the ability to manage multiple priorities

What You'll Get in Return

• Working hours: 9am-5pm, office-based 5 days per week
• 20 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays
• 2 additional days annual leave for Jewish High Holidays
• Statutory pension
• Annual salary review with increases every 12 months
• Unlimited staff discount on jewellery purchases (60-70% off retail prices)

What you need to do now

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