Accounts Receivable Executive

One to One personnel Limited; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

WFH after probation (non-contractual)

Workplace Pension Scheme

Staff product discounts

Job summary

One to One Personnel Limited is recruiting an experienced Accounts Receivable Executive for our Watford office. The role focuses on maintaining the sales ledger, allocating payments, and managing overdue accounts in a fast-paced commercial environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 3 years UK AR/credit control experience, strong Excel skills, and knowledge of UK VAT. Multi-currency transactions (GBP/EUR) and familiarity with ERP systems are highly valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years UK-based Accounts Receivable / Credit Control experience.
• Strong experience in sales ledger, credit control, cash allocation and customer account reconciliations.
• Experience managing major retail customers and/or independent wholesale accounts.
• AAT qualification, or studying ACCA/CIMA.
• Good knowledge of UK VAT.
• Experience using an accounting/ERP system such as Sage 200, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, NetSuite or Xero.
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to manage payment queries, disputes and overdue accounts.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the sales ledger and ensure customer accounts are up to date.
• Allocate incoming customer payments accurately.
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue invoices.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly.
• Prepare and send customer statements and aged debtor reports.
• Raise manual nonstock invoices and credit notes and process accurately.

Skills

Accounts Receivable

Credit Control

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Education

AAT qualification or ACCA/CIMA study

Tools

Sage 200

Microsoft Dynamics

SAP

NetSuite

Xero

Excel

Job description

Accounts Receivable Executive

Up To £40,000 | Watford | Mon - Fri | 9am to 5:30pm | Office Based

We are recruiting an experienced Accounts Receivable Executive to join a successful business representing reputable global brands. This is a fantastic opportunity for an established Accounts Receivable Executive with strong experience managing customer accounts within a fast-paced commercial environment.

Key Responsibilities

To be considered for this role, applicants must have

• A minimum of 3 years’ UK-based Accounts Receivable / Credit Control experience
• Strong experience of sales ledger, credit control, cash allocation and customer account reconciliations
• Experience managing major retail customers and/or independent wholesale accounts
• AAT qualification, or be studying towards ACCA/CIMA
• Good knowledge of UK VAT
• Experience using an accounting/ERP system such as Sage 200, Microsoft Dynamics, SAP, NetSuite or Xero
• Strong Microsoft Excel skills
• Excellent communication skills with the confidence to manage payment queries, disputes and overdue accounts

Highly desirable

• Experience within wholesale, fashion, footwear, apparel or FMCG
• Knowledge of European trading procedures
• Experience handling GBP and EUR / multi-currency transactions
• A European language, particularly German or French

Accounts Receivable

• Maintain the sales ledger and ensure customer accounts are up to date
• Allocate incoming customer payments accurately
• Monitor outstanding balances and follow up on overdue invoices including debit notes
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve discrepancies promptly
• Prepare and send customer statements and aged debtor reports
• Raise manual nonstock Invoice & credit note and process accurately and on time

Credit Control

• Assess new customer credit applications and assist with setting credit limits
• Monitor customer credit exposure and recommend actions where necessary
• Maintain effective communication with customers regarding payment terms
• Escalate overdue accounts in line with company credit control procedures
• Potentially escalation unresolved issues to senior credit control staff

Customer Service & Sales Support

• Liaise with the sales & operation team to resolve invoice disputes, pricing queries and debit notes
• Work with customers to investigate shortages, returns, credit notes, and deductions
• Process approved credit notes accurately
• Build positive relationships with wholesale customers while ensuring timely collections

European & UK Trade Support

• Understand customer payment terms across UK and European markets
• Assist with multi-currency transactions where applicable (GBP and EUR)
• Ensure compliance with VAT requirements and financial procedures relating to UK and European trade

Reporting

• Produce weekly and monthly aged debt reports
• Monitor debtor days (DSO) and collection performance
• Assist with month-end closing activities relating to accounts receivable
• Support cash flow forecasting by providing expected collection schedules

General Finance Duties

• Assist with audit requests relating to customer accounts.
• Maintain accurate financial records and filing.
• Support continuous improvement of finance processes and controls.
• Provide cover for other finance functions when required.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Debtor Days (DSO) within target
• Percentage of overdue debt reduced
• Timely allocation of customer receipts
• Accuracy of customer accounts
• Collection targets achieved
• Invoice query resolution within agreed service levels
• Month-end reporting completed accurately and on time

What's in It for You?

• Up To £40,000 per annum (depending on qualifications & experience)
• 25 days of annual leave + bank holidays
• Additional days holiday between Christmas and New Year if the Directors decide to close the business
• Standard working hours 9 to 5:30 - 30 min lunch = 40 hours a week
• 1-day WFH after probation and training at the company's sole discretion (non-contractual)
• Workplace Pension Scheme
• 60% Discount on our products that we have on Ecommerce
• Sample sales 2+ times a year
• Short Leave - with pre-approval from Line Manager to take up to 2 hours off without deduction from holiday allowance
• Statutory sick pay
• Annual pay review and/or bonus at the Directors discretion