Accounts Receivable Assistant

1 week ago

Lymm, United Kingdom Kids Planet Nurseries Full time

**Job Description**:
Posted Sunday, 12 October 2025, 19:00

Kids Planet is an independent, family run group of nurseries providing the highest standard of nursery care across the UK.

Kids Planet is a proud family-run business, we do things with heart and we’re passionate about giving every child the best possible start. No two settings are the same, but all of them are built around our shared values: care, curiosity, and a genuine love for early years.

As a quickly developing nursery company, Kids Planet Day Nurseries has grown to over 200 nurseries. As a result, we are always adding members to our finance team, and we are presently seeking an Accounts Receivable Assistant to join our team. The chosen applicant will actively participate in the expanding Finance Department at Head Office and possess strong interpersonal and attention to detail skills.

**Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following**:

- Perform daily bank reconciliations, accurately matching customer receipts and investigating any unidentified payments.
- Post daily receipts into our nursery accounting software, ensuring timely and precise updates.
- Monitor the Remittance inbox, responding promptly to payment-related queries and maintaining excellent customer service.
- Reconcile early years funding received against records in our nursery accounting system, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
- Support the ongoing maintenance and accuracy of our nursery accounting software.
- Carry out additional tasks as required to support the finance team and the wider business.

**The ideal applicant will possess**:

- Minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar finance or accounts receivable role.
- Strong numerical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
- Highly self-motivated, calm under pressure, and professional in approach.
- Skilled in reconciling complex accounts, with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

**Why Kids Planet?**
- Great Place to Work Certified 2025/26
- Ranked #1 UK Best Workplaces for Women 2025
- 80% Childcare Discount - T&Cs apply

**What we’ll offer our Accounts Receivable Assistant**:

- Life Insurance cover and access to a health plan.
- Free breakfast, lunch, and healthy snacks to fuel your day
- Accredited training through our awesome KP Academy and bespoke training platform.
- Enhanced leave for maternity, paternity, fertility, and adoption because family matters.
- Wellbeing goodies, staff rewards, and fun events all year round.
- Long service awards to celebrate your commitment.
- Take the day off on your birthday, it’s all about you

**Job Types**: Full-time (40 Hours, Monday - Friday), Permanent, Based at Lymm HO with option of Hybrid after probation.

Kids Planet is committed to equal opportunities for all. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all our staff and children. Applications are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Job Details
- Pay Type
- **Salary**
- Hiring Min Rate
- **24,000 GBP**
- Hiring Max Rate
- **27,500 GBP

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