Accounts Assistant - Insurance

Accounts Assistant (Insurance)
Maidstone outskirts
to £28,000  

Barker Munro recruitment is assisting a new Insurance client with an Account Assistant role to join their dynamic finance team. They are looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Assistant to support the day-to-day finance operations and ensure the timely collection of outstanding premiums.

As an Accounts Assistant, you will maintain accurate financial records and assist in credit control, playing a key role in the finance team of this Insurance organisation.

Key responsibilities include;

Credit Control & Accounts Receivable
- Manage the aged debt report and ensure timely collection of outstanding premiums.  
- Contact clients via phone and email to chase overdue payments.  
- Resolve client payment issues and allocate receipts to accounts using the Acturis system.  
- Issue client statements and reminders and ensure timely insurer payments.

General Accounts Support  
- Send purchase invoices and process expense claims.  
- Reconcile bank transactions and maintain client accounts.  
- Provide ad-hoc support to the finance team.

Key Skills & Attributes:  
- Strong attention to detail and excellent numeracy skills.  
- Effective communication skills and a professional telephone manner.  
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively.  

Experience & Qualifications: 
- Previous experience in a finance or accounts role is essential.  
- Credit control experience in the insurance or financial services sector is a plus.  
- Knowledge of FCA regulations and premium handling is an advantage.

Benefits:  
- 25 Days Holiday + Bank Holidays.  
- Competitive salary up to £28,000.

If you are interested in this Account Assistant role, please send your CV to Barker Munro Recruitment by using the relevant links.