Accounts Receivable Specialist
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£33,000 per annum + benefits
Permanent | Hybrid (3 days office-based)
Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
AAT Qualification Preferred
We’re working with a respected healthcare services provider who needs a sharp, hands-on Accounts Receivable Specialist to join their growing finance team based in Borehamwood.
You’ll be joining a collaborative finance team that values accuracy, accountability, and open communication. They’re a close-knit bunch who take pride in getting things right first time.
This is a hybrid role (minimum 3 days a week in the office) where you’ll take full ownership of the end-to-end billing process, from invoicing and reconciliations to credit control and cash allocation. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external funders to maintain a strong cash position and ensure financial accuracy across all transactions.
What makes you right for this:
* Prepare and deliver accurate invoices aligned with contract requirements.
* Uploading invoices via customer portals or sending directly by email.
* Liaising with internal validation teams to confirm billing data and resolve any discrepancies.
* Acting as the main contact for payment discussions.
* Keep on top of aged debt and follow up promptly to maintain healthy cash flow (NHS and local authorities).
* Negotiating repayment plans and maintaining detailed communication records.
* Reconciling accounts and preparing month-end debtor reports.
* Supporting audit requirements and contributing to process improvements.
* Ensuring compliance with internal controls and external financial standards.
What We’re Looking For:
* Necessary: Experience in healthcare, local authority, or service-based sectors.
* Proven experience covering the end-to-end Accounts Receivable process (Sales-to-Cash).
* Strong understanding of financial systems and accounting principles.
* Advanced Excel skills, especially with reconciliations and large data sets.
* Confident communicator able to manage relationships with multiple stakeholders.
* Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
* Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
* Familiarity with NHS or council billing processes is desirable.
* AAT qualification or equivalent experience is desirable but not essential if you have strong AR experience.
What’s On Offer
* Salary: £33,000 per year (open to negotiation for strong experience)
* Perks: 33 days annual leave including bank holidays, plus your birthday off
* Company pension scheme and life assurance.
* Access to wellbeing resources and a 24-hour GP helpline.
* Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
* Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days remote (after induction).
Who This Role Suits
This position will suit someone who’s naturally analytical, assertive, and detail-driven, with a strong background in accounts receivable and credit control. If you’re confident dealing with funders, comfortable with reconciliations, and enjoy improving processes — this could be a great next step for you.
If this sounds like the next step in your finance career, send your CV to Lochlan Dolman at l.dolman@linqrecruitment.co.uk or call 07537162494