A market-leader in the South London / Surrey area is seeking an Accounts Receivable Manager to join their Financial Operations team at a pivotal time. Reporting into a dynamic leader, this is an exciting opportunity offering broad scope and a real opportunity to affect change. This is a hands-on role and the successful candidate will be as comfortable in the detail as they are in a leadership capacity.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading the 4-person AR team to build robust processes, ensuring audit requirements are met
• Ensuring all team members have received appropriate training and cross-training opportunities have been capitalised upon
• Support on the delivery of broader process changes to improve procedures within the AR & collections functions
• Delivering the month-end close processes and reporting, including the monthly dashboard and bad debt provision
• Ensuring minimal unallocated cash is present on balances at month end

Candidates should be able to demonstrate:

• A CICM/ACCA/CIMA/AAT ongoing qualification (part-qualified)
• Strong knowledge of general accounting, including contracts, accruals, and provisions
• Experience in invoicing and accounts receivable processes
• Intermediate/Advanced Excel skills in addition to knowledge of ERP systems
• Staff management experience and looking for a step up

Generous benefits are on offer including excellent pension contributions, healthcare and discounted travel. Hybrid working is available (2-3 days in the office) and the office can be reached quickly from various central London rail stations with on-site parking also readily available.

The business are keen to complete this hire as a priority and interviews will commence ASAP.