Credit Admin Assistant (12mths Fixed Term Contract)

Our team at Sysco is the best at what they do, and it's through your hard work, passion and dedication that we've been able to become the largest foodservice provider on the island of Ireland. However, as we grow, we want you to grow too.   So if you're looking for a change, then we have a new position open for a Credit Admin Assistant. It's a fantastic opportunity, and a great step for anyone looking to shake up their career. If that sounds like you, then apply today.   Summary: As a Credit Admin Assistant, you will assist in managing the debt ledger for the company and liaise with various departments within the business whilst reporting directly to the credit supervisor. You will assist in monitoring the ledger performance, facilitate the processing of payments, invoices and credits and run various reports as the business demands as well as promote a sound working environment with your peers.   Using a professional and proactive attitude, you will be responsible for ensuring customer accounts are up to date with clear and concise guidance and support, encouraging productivity and ensuring that targets and deadlines are met. You will also be responsible for customer queries and identify key issues requiring strong analytical and numerical skills. You will work closely with front of office departments including sales and pricing teams. An ability to build strong working relationships is a must.   To be considered, you must have previous experience in an accounts department. Experience in a credit / accounts receivable environment within the food services sector would be advantageous but is not essential. More essential is your excellent understanding of debt ledgers, payment applications and overdues. Knowledge of SOX compliance would also be advantageous. Experience or an ability to demonstrate your understanding of credit control would again be advantageous.   Duties and Responsibilities: Ensure customer accounts are maintained to the highest standard  People skills  Effectively handle customer queries / escalations Apply funds with accuracy Liaise with the credit control team Assist colleagues as the business demands Prepare daily reports  To represent the company as required Train new employee's on the dept's SLA's     You will be accountable for: The Debtors Ledger Management Customer Ledger with particular reference to payment on delivery accounts Maintaining a high level of performance in conjunction with department KPIs Handling customer queries Ensuring that all customer records are properly maintained Ensuring relevant transactions are processed on a daily basis.     Requirements: Minimum of 2 years accounts receivable / payable experience Relevant qualification an advantage Strong negotiation skills essential Full class B drivers licence and flexibility to travel IND 1  The duties and responsibilities outlined in this job description are neither definitive nor restrictive and may change in detail from time-to-time to meet the changing needs of the business. Sysco is an equal opportunity employer.