Your new company
Bristol based business
Your new role
Are you a detail-driven finance professional with a passion for process improvement and team leadership? Join this dynamic finance team as an Accounts Receivable Team Leader where you'll play a pivotal role in managing the sales ledger and driving operational excellence whilst managing a team of 2 people.
You'll oversee the full sales ledger function-from raising invoices and processing receipts to reconciling accounts and managing credit control. Your insights will help shape financial decisions and support wider business operations.Key Responsibilities
Sales Ledger Management: Issue accurate invoices with proper VAT analysis and maintain up-to-date records.
Receipt Allocation: Process customer payments and ensure precise allocation.
Account Reconciliation: Identify and resolve discrepancies across customer accounts.
Credit Control: Monitor outstanding debts and implement procedures to reduce late payments.
Reporting: Generate performance reports and debtor summaries to inform strategic decisions.
Customer Support: Resolve invoice and payment queries with professionalism and clarity.
System Maintenance: Keep our ledger systems accurate and current.
Process Improvement: Identify and implement efficiency enhancements across the ledger function.
Team Mentoring: Provide guidance and support to junior team members.
Cross-Functional Support: Collaborate with the wider finance team on projects and initiatives.
What you'll need to succeed
Experience in team leading and several years experience working in AR.
Strong grasp of accounting principles and practices.
Proficiency in accounting software.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
High attention to detail and accuracy.
Strong problem-solving abilities and a collaborative mindset.
What you'll get in return
Flexible working options available (100% office in probation of 3 months first)
33 days leave
Parking
Great team to work with
What you need to do now
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