Accounts Receivable Assistant

Accounts Receivable Assistant – Card Factory

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We’re looking for a team-oriented and detail-focused Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our Finance team on a 12‑month fixed‑term contract basis. The role is based at our Support Centre in Wakefield (Junction 41) with free parking and offers a hybrid working model combining remote working with at least two days a week in the office. You will ensure that all money coming in from Card Factory stores and third‑party customers is received, reconciled and processed correctly in our SAP system.

You’ll work closely with store colleagues, banks, cash collection agencies and Loss Prevention team, uploading bank statements, checking for discrepancies, investigating unusual items and assisting stores with issues such as missed collections or bank closures. You will also run regular reports to spot potential losses and keep the books balanced.

• Makes sure all incoming payments are received, reconciled, and recorded in SAP.
• Collaborates with store teams, banks, agencies, and Loss Prevention.
• Uploads bank statements, checks for discrepancies, investigates unusual activity.
• Assists stores with finance queries and resolution of payment issues.
• Runs regular financial reports to identify potential losses and ensure accuracy.

• Comfortable working with numbers and showing attention to detail.
• Proficient with Excel, Outlook and Word.
• Preferred:
  Previous experience in an accounts receivable or similar role.
• Self‑motivated, ready to learn, and able to work collaboratively across the organisation.

• Seniority level
  :
  Entry level
• Employment type
  :
  Temporary
• Job function
  :
  Accounting/Auditing and Finance
• Industries
  :
  Retail

Location:

Wakefield, England, United Kingdom.