Job Title: Accounts Receivable Assistant Location: Base location, Stamullen, Co. Meath Reporting to: Financial Controller and Group Management Accountant Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm About Talbot Group: The Talbot Group aim to provide the highest quality of care and support to our residents to enable them to have the very best life they can and to maximise their independence. We are appointing an individual who is enthusiastic and passionate to join our Team.
To provide services in line with our Vision, Mission, and Values, where the delivery of exceptional quality person centred care is their focus. The successful applicant will be offered the opportunity for training and development so that we can achieve the best outcome for our residents, while at the same time supporting our staff in their professional development. Purpose of the Role The Accounts Receivable Assistant plays a key role in supporting the finance team by managing accounts receivable processes.
This includes; Debt collection, customer account management, and assisting in the monthly billing process to ensure prompt and accurate customer payments. The role requires a proactive approach to resolving queries, monitoring debtor accounts, and upholding strong communication with both internal and external stakeholders. Primary Responsibilities Accounts Receivable: Process and post weekly customer receipts and assist in preparing accounts receivable reports. Collections: Conduct daily follow-ups on unpaid accounts via calls and emails, addressing and resolving customer queries to ensure timely payments. Account Analysis: Assess new customer credit terms and monthly limits, review customer accounts for risk, and perform regular account reconciliations. Reporting and Escalation: Prepare weekly reports on debtors, escalate unresolved issues to senior management, and attend meetings with relevant departments to provide account updates. Collaboration: Maintain productive relationships within the finance team and provide support to the sales team as needed. Audit and Documentation: Keep a detailed audit trail on debt resolution activities for escalated issues and assist in other ad-hoc finance tasks. Essential Qualifications and Skills Experience: 2-3 years in accounts receivable or credit control in a customer-focused environment. Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, and experience with accounting software. Analytical and Communication Skills: Strong ability to analyse data, communicate effectively, and work with limited supervision to meet tight deadlines. Core Competencies Problem Solving and Initiative: Demonstrates proactive problem-solving skills with a bias for action and foresight to prevent issues. Communication: Adapts communication style effectively, presenting clear and concise information to both individuals and groups. Adaptability and Reliability: Responds effectively to changing circumstances, remains dependable, and learns from experience to improve performance. Teamwork and Collaboration: Works cooperatively, builds relationships, and collaborates to achieve departmental goals. Rewards & Benefits: Comprehensive induction process Extensive training programme On-going mentoring and support Continuous Professional Development support Career progression opportunities Competitive salary with increments based on scope of role, qualifications, and experience. 40 hour week (all breaks paid) Service based recognition awards €500 refer a friend initiative Employee Assistance Programme for staff and their families Bike-to-Work Scheme Free onsite Car Parking A full Job Description will be available on request . If you are excited by this opportunity and would like to join our team as an Accounts Receivable Assistant we would like to hear from you. Talbot Group is an Equal Opportunities Employer