Interim Accounts Receivable Coordinator

Handle Recruitment; London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A global media brand is seeking an Interim Accounts Receivable Coordinator to enhance their OTC processes and financial stability. The role includes managing customer accounts, resolving billing issues, and supporting month-end activities. Ideal candidates will possess proven accounts receivable experience and strong skills in negotiation and financial controls.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Accounts Receivable or OTC coordination.
• Proficient in bookkeeping and numerical analysis.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and resolve billing issues.
• Monitor customer accounts and manage overdue balances.
• Contribute to month-end close activities and account reconciliations.

Skills

Bookkeeping

Numerical Analysis

Negotiation

Conflict Resolution

Financial Controls

Credit Policies

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Workday

Excel

Job description

Handle are currently working with a global media brand who are looking for an Interim Accounts Receivable Coordinator. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting efficient OTC processes, improving cash collection, resolving disputes, and contributing to the overall financial health of the business.

Key responsibilities include -

• Investigate and resolve billing issues; select appropriate actions to encourage payment
• Monitor customer accounts, follow up on overdue balances, and manage aged debt
• Support AR reporting, including aged debt analysis and credit performance tracking
• Contribute to month-end close activities and account reconciliations
• Monitor receivables transactions, including suspensions or reinstatements based on credit policies
• Liaise with Billing, Accounts Receivable, and Sales teams to ensure timely resolution of discrepancies - including revenue recognition, contract changes, discounts, and campaign adjustments
• Drive efforts to minimize and resolve customer disputes to ensure timely payments

Candidate requirements -

• Proficient in bookkeeping and numerical analysis for tracking and managing receivables
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution abilities for handling sensitive or difficult customer situations
• Solid understanding of financial controls, credit policies, and reporting standards
• Proven experience in Accounts Receivable or OTC coordination role
• Advanced Excel skills and strong working knowledge of ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Workday

Handle actively welcomes applicants from under-represented backgrounds - we pride ourselves on attracting the best talent for every opportunity through a commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.