I am seeking an experienced and proactive Accounts Receivable / Credit Control professional to join a dynamic Finance team. You'll be instrumental in managing the accounts receivable ledger, driving the timely collection of outstanding debts, and improving average collection days across a diverse client portfolio.
What You'll Be Doing
* Manage receivables and ensure timely debt collection aligned with KPIs
* Communicate professionally with clients via phone and email to resolve overdue accounts
* Handle invoice and payment queries with efficiency and empathy
* Continuously seek improvements to accelerate cash collection
* Run monthly Direct Debits across UK & Ireland
* Allocate daily incoming payments while keeping unapplied receipts to a minimum
* Support internal finance teams and assist on special projects
* Respond to ad hoc client enquiries like invoice and statement requests
What You'll Bring
1. 5+ years in credit control or accounts receivable (preferably)
2. AAT part-qualified or fully qualified (or equivalent) desirable
3. Experience in a fast-paced, high-volume finance environment
4. Strong Excel and Outlook skills
5. Attention to detail and excellent time management
6. Confidence in client interaction and cross-team collaboration
7. Familiarity with Oracle Financials or similar software