Accounts Receivable Specialist

Skyway Precision Inc.; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Skyway Precision Inc. is seeking an Accounts Receivable Specialist to manage invoicing, collections, cash application, and reconciliations in Plymouth, UK. You will ensure accurate billing and timely collections while supporting pricing administration.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in AR/finance, ERP experience, and strong Excel skills. An Associate's degree is required; Bachelor's preferred. You will collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Finance to resolve discrepancies and improve cash

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable, Accounting, or Finance experience.
• ERP system experience required.
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred.
• Experience with pricing administration and customer account management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely.
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate account balances.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and follow up on past-due accounts.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, short pays, deductions, and disputed invoices.
• Prepare and distribute customer statements.
• Communicate regularly with customers regarding outstanding balances.
• Escalate delinquent accounts and recommend collection actions when necessary.
• Support cash flow initiatives through effective collection efforts.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Reconcile cash receipts to bank deposits and accounting records.
• Investigate and resolve variances between customer payments, invoices, pricing, and contracts.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to receivables and customer accounts.
• Maintain supporting documentation for audits and financial reporting.
• Monitor customer deductions, chargebacks, freight claims, tariff recoveries, and pricing adjustments.
• Research root causes of deductions and coordinate resolution with internal departments.
• Track recovery efforts and maintain documentation supporting disputes.
• Assist with negotiation support by providing account analysis and financial data.
• Ensure approved surcharges, tariffs, and additional fees are properly invoiced and collected.

Skills

Accounts receivable

Analytical thinking

Excel

Attention to detail

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate's degree in accounting/finance/business

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

ERP system

Job description

The Accounts Receivable Specialist is responsible for managing customer invoicing, collections, cash application, account reconciliations, pricing administration, and various accounting functions that support the organization's financial performance. This role works closely with Sales, Customer Service, Operations, and Finance to ensure accurate billing, timely collections, proper pricing administration, and effective management of customer accounts.

The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to drive resolution of financial discrepancies while supporting profitability and cash flow initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate and distribute customer invoices accurately and timely.
• Apply customer payments and maintain accurate account balances.
• Monitor accounts receivable aging and proactively follow up on past-due accounts.
• Investigate and resolve payment discrepancies, short pays, deductions, and disputed invoices.
• Prepare and distribute customer statements.
• Communicate regularly with customers regarding outstanding balances.
• Escalate delinquent accounts and recommend collection actions when necessary.
• Support cash flow initiatives through effective collection efforts.
• Reconcile customer accounts and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Reconcile cash receipts to bank deposits and accounting records.
• Investigate and resolve variances between customer payments, invoices, pricing, and contracts.
• Assist with month-end closing activities related to receivables and customer accounts.
• Maintain supporting documentation for audits and financial reporting.
• Monitor customer deductions, chargebacks, freight claims, tariff recoveries, and pricing adjustments.
• Research root causes of deductions and coordinate resolution with internal departments.
• Track recovery efforts and maintain documentation supporting disputes.
• Assist with negotiation support by providing account analysis and financial data.
• Ensure approved surcharges, tariffs, and additional fees are properly invoiced and collected.

Education

• Associate's Degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field required.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.

Experience

• 3+ years of Accounts Receivable, Accounting, or Finance experience.
• Manufacturing environment experience preferred.
• Experience with pricing administration and customer account management preferred.
• ERP system experience required.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong understanding of accounts receivable processes.
• Knowledge of accounting principles and reconciliation procedures.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Operations, and Finance teams.