Accounts Receivable Controller (FTC)

Edenred; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Hybrid working environment

Pension scheme

Discretionary bonus

Life insurance

Employee wellbeing programme

Job summary

Edenred PayTech is seeking an Accounts Receivable Controller in the United Kingdom. The role covers end-to-end AR, from invoicing to cash collection, including VAT compliance and portal-based invoicing.

You will drive timely payments, monitor aged debt, and escalate as needed, while working closely with Sales, CS and Operations in a hybrid setup. You will join a dynamic, global team with opportunities to develop your skills in a fast-paced environment and contribute to efficient cash flow

Qualifications

• Strong AR and credit control experience in a fast paced environment.
• Experience managing high volume billing cycles and customer portals.
• Solid understanding of VAT, invoicing controls, and credit management principles.
• Excellent relationship management and confident communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end AR lifecycle from invoicing to cash collection.
• Ensure invoices are accurate, VAT compliant, and submitted on time.
• Submit invoices via portals or agreed channels and resolve rejections.
• Follow credit control policy and target monthly cash collection.
• Monitor aged debt and chase overdue balances proactively.
• Escalate high-risk accounts and advise on credit holds.
• Communicate with customers and document all interactions.
• Prepare monthly statements and ad hoc statements as needed.
• Collaborate with Sales, CS, and Operations to resolve issues.
• Lead intercompany reconciliations and maintain ledger integrity.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Credit control

Billing cycles

VAT invoicing

Excel

ERP systems

Education

AAT or accounting qualification (desirable)

Tools

Oracle

Job description

Take a step forward and let Edenred surprise you.

Every day, we deliver innovative solutions to improve the life of millions of people, connecting employees, companies, and merchants all around the world.

We know there are hundred ways for you to grow. With us, you will expand your skills in a multicultural, challenging, and dynamic environment.

Dare to join Edenred and get ready to thrive in a globalcompany that will offer you endless opportunities.

Edenred is all about meritocracy. You come as you are, and you contribute. Indeed, the Edenred Group recognizes, recruits and develops all talents and singularities.

We are committed to preventing all forms of discrimination and to providing all our candidates with equal opportunities regardless of their gender and gender expression, disability, origin, religious belief and sexual orientation or any other criteria.

Accounts Receivable Controller

Salary - £38,000 - £40,000 pa + Bonus

Swindon/London - Hybrid

This is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

As an Accounts Receivable Controller, you will own the end-to-end AR lifecycle, from accurate invoice generation and billing through to proactive cash collection. You will ensure all invoices, including monthly billing files, are produced accurately, issued on time, and distributed through the appropriate customer channels, including online portals. You will drive timely payment collection in line with credit control policies, maintain accurate and reconciled ledgers, minimise aged debt, and resolve customer queries efficiently to prevent payment delays.

What you will be doing:

• Prepare and process billing files accurately and within agreed deadlines.
• Ensure invoices are correctly coded, supported by appropriate documentation, and compliant with VAT and contractual requirements.
• Submit invoices through customer portals or alternative agreed channels.
• Monitor failed submissions or portal rejections and resolve promptly.
• Follow the company credit control policy and achieve monthly cash collection targets.
• Monitor aged debt and proactively chase overdue balances.
• Escalate high-risk accounts and recommend credit holds where appropriate.
• Maintain regular communication with customers, ensuring clear documentation of all interactions.
• Send monthly customer statements and ad hoc statements when requested.
• Handle customer queries quickly and professionally to avoid payment delays.
• Work closely with Sales, CS, and Operations teams to clear disputes or missing data issues.
• Cash Application & Ledger Integrity
• Ensure payments are allocated accurately and promptly.
• Perform regular reconciliations and ensure the AR ledger remains clean and accurate.
• Maintain complete documentation for audit and compliance.
• Ensure cost recharges are invoiced out on a timely manner and that the ledger is reconciled on a monthly basis.
• Lead the intercompany reconciliation process and manage our internal stakeholders

What you will bring:

Essential:

• Strong AR and credit control experience in a fast paced environment.
• Experience managing high volume billing cycles and customer portals.
• Solid understanding of VAT, invoicing controls, and credit management principles.
• Excellent relationship management and confident communication skills.
• Strong Excel skills and familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle preferred).
• Persistent, organised, and able to prioritise effectively.

Desirable:

• AAT qualified or currently studying towards an accounting qualification (AAT, ACCA, CIMA or equivalent).
• Experience working in a multi-entity or international business environment.
• Experience managing intercompany reconciliations.
• Knowledge of audit requirements and internal financial controls.
• Experience supporting month-end close activities.

Why Edenred PayTech?

We are a subsidiary of the Edenred group and leaders in prepaid solutions including banking, virtual cards, debit, credit, and prepaid processing.

As an Edenred PayTech employee you will get the support and structure that you need to enjoy your work and develop your career while doing what you love and making a difference in a fast-paced and innovative business.

What you will get:

• 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• Hybrid working environment (min. 3 days per week in the office)
• Pension Scheme - employer 6% with minimum employee contribution 3%
• Discretionary bonus scheme based on company and personal performance
• Medical & international travel cover (leisure and action sports)
• Life insurance (4x salary)
• Wellbeing Employee Assistance Program (extended access to family members)
• Holiday trading scheme
• Season ticket loan
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Employee discount shopping platform
• Employee referral bonus scheme
• Digital learning platform
• Complimentary fruit and other 'in office' snacks & refreshments
• Volunteering programme
• Social events

Diversity:

Edenred PayTech are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on age, race, colour, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin, citizenship, marital status or civil partnership/union status, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, or any other basis prohibited by applicable country or local laws.