Accounts Receivable Specialist

Accountancy Action; Borehamwood; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a detail-oriented Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their dynamic team on a temporary basis. This role is crucial for maintaining accurate financial records and ensuring smooth accounts receivable processes in a fast-paced environment. You will leverage your strong reconciliation skills and excellent communication abilities to engage with key stakeholders, manage multi-currency reconciliations, and support your colleagues. If you thrive under pressure and are looking to make a significant impact in a critical financial role, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in accounts receivable or a similar finance role.
• Strong reconciliation skills with experience in multi-currency environments.

Responsibilities

• Reconcile monthly statements for customers and suppliers.
• Liaise effectively with stakeholders and provide updates on payments.
• Support team members and adapt to changes in processes.

Skills

Reconciliation Skills

Communication Skills

Data Management

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Player Attitude

Adaptability to Change

Education

Experience in Accounts Receivable

Experience in Finance Role

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our team on a temporary basis. This role requires strong reconciliation skills, excellent communication, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. You will be responsible for maintaining accurate financial records, liaising with key stakeholders, and ensuring smooth AR processes in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Reconciliation & Data Management
   1. Reconcile monthly statements for both customers and suppliers.
   2. Perform regular data cleansing, including freezing inactive accounts and investigating duplicate accounts.
   3. Manage multi-currency reconciliations across bank accounts, general ledger, and payroll.
   4. Ensure write-offs, reversals, transfers, and account closures are processed accurately.
   5. Maintain thorough archiving and reconciliation processes.
2. Stakeholder Communication
   1. Liaise effectively with suppliers, funders, distributors, stakeholders, and senior management.
   2. Confidently communicate with the Top 15 suppliers, ensuring professionalism and clarity.
   3. Provide clear updates and reports on outstanding payments and discrepancies.
3. Team & Process Support
   1. Act as a solid team player, supporting and motivating colleagues.
   2. Assist in leading and mentoring team members where necessary.
   3. Adapt to changes, including involvement in outsourcing projects.
   4. Handle high-pressure situations with resilience, professionalism, and discretion.

Skills & Experience Required

1. Proven experience in accounts receivable or a similar finance role.
2. Strong reconciliation skills with experience in multi-currency environments.
3. Highly organised, detail-oriented, and analytical, with a keen eye for discrepancies.
4. Excellent oral and written communication skills – able to engage professionally with stakeholders.
5. Ability to manage workload effectively, prioritising tasks in a fast-moving environment.
6. Adaptability to change, with experience assisting in outsourcing processes being a plus.
7. Resilient, polite, and professional with a strong team-player attitude.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic team and contribute your expertise in a critical financial role.