Job Description
Robert Half are partnering with a well-established, multi-entity organisation within a growing commercial sector to recruit a Group Accounts Receivable & Payable Manager. This is a fantastic opportunity to take ownership of a critical transactional finance function and drive improvements across processes, performance and cash flow management.The RoleReporting into the Group Financial Controller, you will lead the end-to-end Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable function across the group. This is a hands-on leadership role, combining team management with process optimisation and strong commercial oversight.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and develop teams across billing, credit control, and accounts payableOversee end-to-end AR processes including invoicing, cash allocation, and collectionsDrive improvements in debtor management, reducing aged debt and improving cash collection cyclesOwn credit control strategy, including credit risk, policies, and escalation proceduresManage AP processes including supplier payments, reconciliations, and workflow efficienciesOptimise working capital through effective management of payables and receivablesImplement and enhance financial controls, ensuring audit readiness and complianceDeliver insightful reporting and KPI analysis (DSO, collections performance, cash flow)Drive continuous improvement, automation, and standardisation across transactional financeAbout YouProven experience managing AR/AP or a transactional finance functionStrong understanding of credit control, cash flow management, and working capitalTrack record of improving processes, controls, and team performanceConfident managing stakeholders and leading teams in a fast-paced environmentDetail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving skillsWhat's on OfferSalary up to £50,000Hybrid working (4 days in Harlow, 1 from home)Opportunity to lead and shape a group-wide finance functionVisible role with exposure to senior finance leadershipGrowing business with a focus on operational excellenceRobert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions.
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