Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist

Britax Child Safety

Andover

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Attractive remuneration package

Diverse tasks and freedom to realize your own ideas

Further training opportunities

Job summary

A leading child safety company in Andover is seeking an experienced Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist to manage financial records and support month-end activities. The ideal candidate will have strong attention to detail, effective communication skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Dynamics AX and Excel. This full-time position offers an attractive remuneration package and opportunities for further training in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

Several years of professional experience managing accounts payable and receivable.
Strong analytical and financial interpretation skills.
Experience with month-end closing activities.

Responsibilities

Manage customer accounts and ensure timely payment.
Post supplier invoices and prepare supplier payments.
Execute month-end closing activities including reconciliations.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Communication skills

Microsoft Excel

Tools

Microsoft Dynamics AX

Microsoft Office

CRM

HFM

Job description

Accounts Payable & Receivable Specialist

At Britax Römer, we’ve been protecting children on the road since 1966. Our mission is to provide safe, comfortable, sustainable, and easy-to-use child mobility solutions. From our very first child car seat to today’s innovative range, we’ve helped protect millions of children around the world on their journeys.

With over 50 years of industry leadership, we’re proud to empower parents through our expertise – giving them the confidence and peace of mind to enjoy smooth, safe family travel every day. Our products deliver premium safety, comfort, and quality at every stage of childhood, from newborn to 12 years.

Our dedicated team work together to drive innovation and uphold the highest standards of safety and quality.

Driven by our values – Care, Trust, and Curious – we continuously strive to improve and make a positive impact, not only by protecting children but also the world they grow up in.

Join US

We’re looking for passionate, qualified people who share our vision that every child has the right to be safe. Join us in shaping the future of child mobility – and help us protect what matters most.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Accounts Payable and Receivable Specialist to manage end-to-end AR and AP processes, maintain accurate financial records, and support month-end closing activities. The ideal candidate will bring strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently while collaborating closely with internal teams, customers, and suppliers.

Key Responsibilities

Accounts Receivable (AR)

Manage and monitor customer accounts, ensuring timely payment and accurate record-keeping.
Proactively chase overdue debts and maintain regular communication with customers.
Post incoming bank payments and allocate transactions accurately.
Review, investigate, and release blocked sales orders.
Set up and process customer direct debit payments.
Perform account management and account clarification with customers as needed.
Post bonus invoices and ensure accuracy of supporting documentation.
Execute month-end closing activities, including:
Bank reconciliations
GL / Subledger reconciliations
Raising monthly recharge invoices
Manage general AR mailbox and ensure timely responses.

Accounts Payable (AP)

Assign, enter, and post supplier invoices with or without purchase orders.
Prepare and process domestic and international supplier payments.
Handle supplier reminders and follow up on outstanding queries.
Post outgoing bank transfers.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date supplier accounts.
Execute month-end closing activities, including:
Bank reconciliations
GL / Subledger reconciliations
GRNI review
Confirming intercompany balances
Manage the AP mailbox, ensuring timely and professional communication.

Additional Responsibilities

Use and maintain proficiency in key systems including Microsoft Dynamics AX, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Edoc, CRM, and HFM.
Build and maintain strong working relationships with customers, suppliers, and internal colleagues.
Contribute to process improvements and the development of more efficient financial workflows.
Support internal and external audit activities as required.
Involvement in cashflow forecasting.
Participation in new system implementation projects.
Exposure to UK payroll processes.
Several years of professional experience independently managing both accounts payable and accounts receivable.
Strong teamwork and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel.
Exceptional attention to detail with strong analytical and financial interpretation skills.
Confident, proactive, and capable of working independently.