Accounts Receivable Clerk

Location: London
Contract: Initially a 3‑month temporary role, with the opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate
Industry: Consumer Retail
Salary: £38,000-£42,000

The Role

A consumer retail business is seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Clerk to join its finance team. This position is offered as an initial 3‑month temporary contract, with strong potential to become permanent for the successful candidate.

The role will support the wider finance function, covering accounts receivable, credit control, and accounts payable duties, while working across multiple entities and currencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Accounts Receivable: Issue sales invoices across entities (GBP, EUR & USD), maintain clear records, and communicate with customers to ensure accurate billing.
• Credit Control: Reconcile, collect, and clear aged debtors in a timely manner; assist the operations team with invoice processing.
• Accounts Payable: Code and post invoices, process payments, reconcile supplier statements and address supplier queries.
• Banking: Maintain accurate banking records in Xero and regularly reconcile bank accounts in multiple currencies.
• Office Administration: Contribute to month end processes and office administrative tasks as required.

Skills & Experience Required

• A minimum of three years' experience in an Accounts Receivable and/or Accounts Payable role
• Accounting qualifications (such as AAT) are desirable
• High attention to detail with strong written and verbal communication skills
• Well organised, self‑motivated, and capable of managing multiple priorities and deadlines
• Xero experience is preferred
• Experience within the retail industry, including import/export and stock exposure, is advantageous
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel and Office skills are essential

What's on Offer

• An excellent temp‑to‑perm opportunity within a growing consumer retail business
• Competitive salary and flexible payroll options
• Central London location with strong transport links

This role would suit a finance professional who is immediately available and keen to secure a long‑term position after an initial temporary assignment.