Senior AR Specialist

Nichols College; Dudley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm is seeking a Senior Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their finance team in Dudley. The successful candidate will develop billing processes, ensure revenue recognition aligns with company policies, and provide support for AR collections. Candidates should possess strong attention to detail and excellent communication skills, with opportunities for professional growth within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in similar role required.
• Professional experience equivalent to the educational background will be considered.
• Must be comfortable working both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Generate invoices for debt management clients and resolve billing discrepancies.
• Maintain records of revenue accruals and manage AR collections.
• Support audit processes and assist with retainer invoices.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Organizational Skills

Communication Skills

Excel Proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

and the job listing Expires on August 31, 2025

Internship Accounting, Data Analytics, Economics & Finance

Chatham’s Internal Finance team provides detailed reporting to the firm’s various sectors and practice areas to enable them to make informed decisions for the business. The team strives for excellence in all we do, while creating an environment where individuals are respected and encouraged to share ideas. We are looking to add an organized, inquisitive, and driven Senior AR Specialist to the team.

In this role you will:

• Develop an understanding of Chatham’s billing and revenue structure. The primary function of this role will be to generate invoices for our debt management clients.
• Resolve customer billing issues and discrepancies promptly and professionally.
• Ensure revenue recognition aligns with company policies and accounting standards.
• Provide backup support to fellow Accounts Receivable specialists as needed.
• Maintain detailed records of revenue accruals and reversals.
• Investigate internal cases of declining client revenue to assess the need for monthly accruals.
• Record monthly intercompany revenue transactions between subsidiaries.
• Assist in the preparation and processing of retainer invoices.
• Oversee AR collections specifically for debt management clients.
• Support bank reconciliations and verify the accurate posting of AR-related transactions.
• Contribute to audit processes by preparing and supplying required documentation.
• Perform additional accounting duties as assigned.

Your impact:

One of Chatham’s purposes is to have an impact on our clients. In this role, you will have the opportunity to make an impact on our internal clients by providing useful, accurate, and timely financial information. The desired candidate should be able to address questions as they arise and be able to communicate clearly to individuals at any level. We are searching for a flexible team player who is willing to assume any routine tasks in order to contribute to the team’s success. At Chatham, you have the opportunity to develop both professionally and personally, while working with smart and engaging colleagues who are truly vested in your success.

Contributors to your success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 3+ years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Excel and familiarity with accounting software (experience with NetSuite is a plus).
• Strong attention to detail paired with excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with customers and internal teams.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Continuous process improvement mindset.
• Highly motivated, self-starter.
• Availability to work onsite during operating hours from 8:30 am to 5:30 pm.