Lead Accounts Receivable (d/m/f)

TN United Kingdom; London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Lead Accounts Receivable in London, where you'll lead a dynamic team and drive financial excellence. This role offers the opportunity to shape accounts receivable processes, ensuring accurate revenue recognition and timely collections. With a focus on collaboration and continuous improvement, you'll work closely with diverse stakeholders while enjoying a flexible work environment. Be part of a transformative journey in HR technology, contributing to a culture that values diversity and development. If you are ready to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salary Packages

Paid Vacation

Flexible Working Arrangements

Development Budgets

Social Events

Impact Days

Family Support

Dynamic Work Environment

Qualifications

• 6+ years of experience in accounting, ideally in B2B tech or SaaS.
• Strong foundation in German GAAP and IFRS with revenue recognition expertise.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the accounts receivable team with six direct reports.
• Ensure accurate revenue recognition and timely cash collection.
• Conduct analyses and generate insights for management reporting.

Skills

Accounting

Revenue Recognition

Cash Collection

Team Leadership

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Attention to Detail

Proactive Mindset

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Accounting

Master's Degree in Finance

Tools

Workday Financials

Job description

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Lead Accounts Receivable (d/m/f), London

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Client:

Personio

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

26.04.2025

Expiry Date:

10.06.2025

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Job Description:

The Role: How you'll make an impact at Personio

This position can be office-based or fully remote from Germany, Spain, Ireland, the Netherlands, or the UK.

Join our Finance, Strategy, & Legal team to investigate problems, define solutions, and guide decisions as Personio’s co-pilots.

We seek a highly motivated Lead Accounts Receivable to lead and develop our Accounts Receivable function, ensuring accurate revenue recognition, complete and timely collection of customer receivables, and developing scalable processes for growth.

Role Responsibilities: What you'll do

• Lead and develop the accounts receivable team with approximately six direct reports.
• Ensure excellent daily accounts receivable operations, including revenue recognition, payment reconciliation, and cash collection.
• Maintain accurate and timely monthly and annual financial statements related to accounts receivable.
• Conduct analyses and generate insights for management, including high-quality reporting.
• Implement, optimize, automate, and monitor accounts receivable processes and controls.
• Lead strategic projects relevant to accounts receivable.
• Serve as the main contact for internal and external stakeholders, such as tax consultants and auditors.

Role Requirements: What you need to succeed

• At least 6 years of relevant experience in accounting, preferably in a fast-growing B2B tech, SaaS, or software environment.
• Strong technical accounting foundation, ideally in German GAAP (HGB) and IFRS, with proven experience in revenue recognition and cash collection.
• Experience in leading and developing teams.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills for working with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in project management and analytics, with attention to detail and a holistic approach.
• Ability to balance detailed work with a broad company-wide perspective.
• Effective task prioritization skills.
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with a passion for continuous improvement.
• Familiarity with Workday Financials is a plus.
• Bachelor's or Master’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• Fluent in English and preferably German.

Why Personio

Personio promotes an inclusive culture that values diversity and supports development regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, education, or race.

Benefits include competitive salary packages, paid vacation, Impact Days, family support, flexible working arrangements, development budgets, social events, and a dynamic, flat hierarchy environment.

About us

We’re transforming HR through innovative technology, with over 10,000 customers and 2,000 employees worldwide. Join us to shape the future of HR technology and make an impact.

Our Principles include exceeding customer expectations, delivering results, elevating one another, challenging positively, and creating momentum.