French-speaking Accounts Assistant

Location: Ely (CB6)

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 8am - 4:30pm (Hybrid working considered)

Salary: Competitive

Job Reference: 36322

Polytec are looking for a French-speaking Accounts Assistant to join our Ely based client's busy accounts team. This entry-level position will support the Sales and Purchase Ledger functions, with a particular focus on customers and suppliers in France.

Responsibilities

• Contact customers regarding outstanding invoices and assist with payment queries
• Process and match customer payments against outstanding invoices
• Issue credit notes and re-invoices where required
• Monitor electronic invoice transmissions and resolve errors
• Prepare customer account statements and assist with month-end processes
• Process supplier invoices and other transactions in line with company procedures
• Reconcile supplier statements and resolve queries with suppliers and internal teams
• Assist with payment runs and distribution of remittance advices
• Investigate outstanding goods received/not invoiced transactions
• Support the wider Accounts team with general ledger and administrative duties
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to process improvements

Requirements

• Fluent/highly proficient French with confidence communicating with customers and suppliers by phone and email
• Previous experience within an Accounts environment is desirable
• Sales Ledger experience would be highly advantageous
• Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills
• Experience with D365 or a similar ERP system would be beneficial
• Good organisational and time-management skills with the ability to prioritise multiple tasks
• Able to work independently as well as part of a wider team
• Strong problem-solving skills and a positive, proactive approach
• Willingness to learn and develop within the role

Please contact us as soon as possible for more details or apply below