Accounts Receivable Assistant

JR United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An industry-leading media production company in London is seeking a driven AR Assistant to join their finance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to take ownership of debt collection and billing operations, ensuring accuracy and efficiency across a diverse customer base. You'll collaborate with offshore teams to enhance receivables processes while managing stakeholder relationships. If you're looking to make a significant impact in a creative and collaborative environment, this position is perfect for you!

Qualifications

• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar role within a large or complex organisation.
• Familiarity with SAP and strong Excel skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of debt collection and monitoring across a diverse customer base.
• Oversee billing operations ensuring accuracy and efficiency.
• Collaborate with offshore teams for timely cash application.

Skills

Debt Collection

Billing Operations

KYC Protocols

SAP

Excel Skills

Organisational Skills

Attention to Detail

Pressure Management

Tools

SAP Business Objects Analysis for Office

Job description

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Are you ready to step into a pivotal financial role with an industry-leading media production company based in the heart of London?

We’re searching for a driven and outgoing AR assistant to join the central finance team, supporting the AP & AR Manager in leading the Accounts Receivable function.

Job role:

• Take ownership of debt collection and monitoring across a diverse and fast-paced customer base.
• Oversee billing operations across the organisation, ensuring accuracy, strong internal controls, and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with offshore teams to ensure accurate and timely cash application.
• Implement and maintain robust Know Your Customer (KYC) protocols as part of the customer onboarding process.
• Act as a key point of contact for internal business units, managing stakeholder relationships and delivering exceptional service to both internal and external clients.
• Partner with offshore service providers to continuously improve receivables processes and support performance against key KPIs.

Skills:

• 1–2 years’ experience in a similar role within a large or complex organisation (desirable)
• Experience working with outsourced or offshore functions (desirable)
• Familiarity with SAP and SAP Business Objects Analysis for Office (a plus)
• Medium to advanced Excel skills (preferred)
• Excellent organisational skills and sharp attention to detail
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet tight deadlines

This is a unique opportunity to join a dynamic team in a globally recognized company and make a significant impact. If you meet these requirements and are excited by the prospect of working in a creative and collaborative environment, we’d love to hear from you!