Senior Accounts Receivable Officer

www.topfinancialjobs.co.uk - Jobboard; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established and fast-paced organization is seeking a dedicated Senior Accounts Receivable Officer to join their finance team. In this key role, you will manage the end-to-end accounts receivable function, ensuring efficient processing of incoming payments and maintaining the AR ledger. Your expertise will contribute to continuous improvement in receivables processes, while mentoring junior staff and collaborating across departments. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, enhancing financial operations and supporting organizational growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a senior accounts receivable role within a fast-paced finance team.
• Strong understanding of financial processes and AR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounts receivable cycle and manage the debt collection process.
• Prepare and distribute aged debt reports to senior management.

Skills

Accounts Receivable Management

Credit Control

Financial Processes

Accounting Principles

Sage Accounting Software

Interpersonal Skills

Attention to Detail

Problem Solving

Tools

Sage

Job description

Beyond Talent are working exclusively with a well established and fast paced organisation to recruit a dedicated and experienced Senior Accounts Receivable (AR) Officer to join their finance team. This is a key role within the organisation, responsible for ensuring the efficient, timely, and accurate processing of incoming payments and the maintenance of the AR ledger.

As a senior member of the finance department, you will take ownership of the end-to-end accounts receivable function, support junior staff, and contribute to continuous improvement across receivables processes and procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the full accounts receivable cycle, ensuring all customer invoices are raised accurately and in a timely manner.

• Monitor outstanding debts and proactively manage the debt collection process to reduce debtor days.

• Maintain and reconcile the AR ledger, ensuring all transactions are correctly posted.

• Investigate and resolve customer queries, disputes, and payment discrepancies with a high level of professionalism.

• Prepare and distribute regular aged debt reports to senior management, including analysis and commentary.

• Lead on credit control activities and assess customer creditworthiness where required.

• Support month-end and year-end closing processes with accurate AR reporting and reconciliations.

• Assist in developing, documenting, and improving AR policies and procedures.

• Mentor and support junior members of the finance team.

• Liaise with internal departments (e.g., Sales, Customer Service) to ensure smooth and effective communication.

• Support internal and external audit requirements relevant to the AR function.

Skills and Experience Required

• Proven experience in a senior accounts receivable or credit control role, ideally within a fast-paced finance team.

• Strong understanding of financial processes, accounting principles, and AR best practices.

• Proficiency in accounting software (e.g., Sage)

• Excellent attention to detail, with a high level of accuracy in data entry and reporting.

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder relationships and resolve issues diplomatically.

• Ability to work under pressure, prioritise effectively, and meet deadlines.

• A proactive and solution-oriented mindset with a continuous improvement approach.

To hear more, please contact Hannah Guy on (phone number removed) or apply now!