Accounts Receivable Specialist

CloserStill Media; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading events company is looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage cash collection, oversee invoicing, and maintain customer communication. Candidates should have at least 2 years of experience in finance, strong analytical skills, and proficiency in accounting software. This full-time hybrid position offers a competitive salary of $55,000 – $65,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Join a dynamic team to be at the forefront of the events industry.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Dynamic team environment

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a finance department preferably with credit control experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies and reconcile accounts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with both customers and internal teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Accounts Receivable Supervisor in managing the cash collection process.
• Contact customers via phone and email to ensure timely payments.
• Oversee the invoicing process to ensure customers are billed on time.
• Process and allocate customer payments including wire transfers, ACH checks and credit card transactions.
• Identify collection risks and keep the AR Manager and Sales Managers informed of any concerns.

Skills

Data Entry

Customer Service

Collection Calls

A/R Management

Credit Memos

General Ledger Accounting

Accounting

Excel

Financial Statement

Job description

Who We Are

CloserStill Media runs over 70 market‑leading business exhibitions across the learning healthcare technology and veterinary sectors with events in the UK, Europe, the USA and Asia.

Our portfolio includes some of the fastest‑growing and award‑winning events such as the London Vet Show, Cloud Expo Europe, Data Centre World, The Pharmacy Show, Learning Technologies, DevLearn and The Dentistry Show.

We are proud to have received over 50 major industry awards including being named one of The Sunday Times Top 100 Best Companies to Work For for three consecutive years.

As we continue our exciting growth we are looking for an ambitious Accounts Receivable Specialist to join our award‑winning team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Accounts Receivable Supervisor in managing the cash collection process.
• Contact customers via phone and email to ensure timely payments.
• Maintain detailed customer communication records including payment commitments in our accounts system.
• Oversee the invoicing process to ensure customers are billed on time.
• Process and allocate customer payments including wire transfers, ACH checks and credit card transactions.
• Prepare supporting documentation for chargebacks on disputed credit card transactions.
• Work with staff accountants to reconcile sales between CRM (Salesforce) and the General Ledger (Unit4).
• Update the general ledger (Unit4) with approved amendments via the CRM system (Salesforce).
• Raise credit notes with approval from the AR Manager, Sales Director and VP of Finance.
• Assist the AR Manager in preparing accounts receivable aging reports for each event and communicate them to Sales and Finance regularly.
• Escalate client disputes and collaborate with the Sales Team to resolve outstanding issues.
• Identify collection risks and keep the AR Manager and Sales Managers informed of any concerns.
• Liaise with collection agencies regarding overdue accounts.
• Attend conferences and assist with on‑site collections.
• Handle ad‑hoc projects and financial analysis as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a finance department preferably with credit control experience.
• Proficiency in accounting software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to resolve discrepancies and reconcile accounts.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with both customers and internal teams.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Availability to travel to on‑site events as needed.

What We Offer

Full‑time permanent hybrid position (two days per week required in our NYC office).

Base salary: $55,000 – $65,000.

Comprehensive benefits package.

Join us and be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of the events industry!

CloserStill Media reserves the right to request a DBS or credit check should the role require it.

DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

CloserStill Media embrace diversity in all its forms and are committed to continuing to develop a diverse and inclusive environment that encourages collaboration and innovation.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment based on merit without attention to age, ethnicity, religion... (truncated)

Key Skills

• Data Entry
• Customer Service
• Collection calls
• A/R Management
• Credit memos
• Past due account
• General ledger accounting
• Accounting
• CMA
• Excel
• Payment plans
• Account balances
• Credit card
• Financial statement
• Special projects

Employment Type: Full Time