Accounts Assistant (Credit Control) – Temporary (6–12 Months)
Location: Chester
Salary: Competitive (DOE)

Proactive Personnel are currently recruiting for an experienced Accounts Assistant with a strong credit control background to join a well-established business based in Chester.

This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate who is available immediately and looking for a long-term temporary position (6–12 months), supporting a busy finance function during a period of change and development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing and maintaining credit control processes
• Chasing outstanding payments and reducing aged debt
• Supporting with EC sales submissions
• Completing monthly VAT data entry and reporting
• Assisting with the release function on sales orders within the ERP system
• Providing general accounts support across the finance team as required

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a credit control or accounts assistant role
• Strong understanding of finance processes and procedures
• Experience with VAT and sales-related reporting
• Confident using ERP systems (SAP experience highly desirable)
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Able to start at short notice and commit to a 6–12 month assignment

What’s on Offer:

• Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
• Opportunity to gain experience within a dynamic and evolving business
• Immediate start available
• Potential for the role to develop depending on business needs

If you’re an experienced finance professional looking for your next opportunity in the Chester area, we’d love to hear from you.