Beyond Talent are working exclusively with a well established and fast paced organisation to recruit a dedicated and experienced Senior Accounts Receivable (AR) Officer to join their finance team. This is a key role within the organisation, responsible for ensuring the efficient, timely, and accurate processing of incoming payments and the maintenance of the AR ledger.

As a senior member of the finance department, you will take ownership of the end-to-end accounts receivable function, support junior staff, and contribute to continuous improvement across receivables processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

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Oversee the full accounts receivable cycle, ensuring all customer invoices are raised accurately and in a timely manner.

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Monitor outstanding debts and proactively manage the debt collection process to reduce debtor days.

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Maintain and reconcile the AR ledger, ensuring all transactions are correctly posted.

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Investigate and resolve customer queries, disputes, and payment discrepancies with a high level of professionalism.

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Prepare and distribute regular aged debt reports to senior management, including analysis and commentary.

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Lead on credit control activities and assess customer creditworthiness where required.

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Support month-end and year-end closing processes with accurate AR reporting and reconciliations.

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Assist in developing, documenting, and improving AR policies and procedures.

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Mentor and support junior members of the finance team.

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Liaise with internal departments (e.g., Sales, Customer Service) to ensure smooth and effective communication.

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Support internal and external audit requirements relevant to the AR function.

Skills and Experience Required

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Proven experience in a senior accounts receivable or credit control role, ideally within a fast-paced finance team.

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Strong understanding of financial processes, accounting principles, and AR best practices.

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Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage)

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Excellent attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy in data entry and reporting.

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Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships and resolve issues diplomatically.

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Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.

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A proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement approach.

To hear more, please contact Hannah Guy on (phone number removed) or apply now