An AR Lead is needed to oversee all aspects of the accounts receivable processes within the Accounting & Finance department of our industrial / manufacturing company. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing and improving our AR procedures, ensuring all financial transactions are accurately recorded and managing relationships with clients.
Client Details
Our client is an industry-leading industrial / manufacturing company. They are a substantial enterprise with over 1000 employees, headquartered in Liverpool. The company is known for its innovation, quality, and commitment to sustainability.
Description
We are seeking an experienced Accounts Receivable Supervisor to oversee the efficient management of AR collections across our clients European entities. In this role, you'll play a critical part in maintaining cash flow and achieving department KPIs by ensuring timely customer payments and handling overdue debts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Utilise department-specific computer systems and software with operational efficiency.
- Collaborate closely with business teams to facilitate prompt customer payments.
- Take charge of AR collections, ensuring adherence to KPIs by effectively managing overdue accounts.
- Reconcile customer accounts and provide support to customer AP teams as needed.
- Generate and present weekly AR reports, providing insights on overdue debts.
- Monitor and respond to customer inquiries via the AR email channel.
- Support both internal and external audit processes as required.
- Assess customer credit applications, ensuring thorough review of creditworthiness.
- Continuously monitor and evaluate the creditworthiness of existing customers.
- Take on additional duties as needed, including coverage for department absences.
Profile
A successful AR Lead
- Proven experience in managing accounts receivable and credit control
- Experience within SAP and MS Dynamics would be advantageous
- Strong analytical skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
- Strong knowledge of financial regulations and procedures.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Job Offer
- An estimated salary up to £35k - dependant on experience
- Generous holiday leave of 25 days + bank holidays
- A hybrid work arrangement with 3 days in the office.
- An opportunity to work in a company that values innovation and sustainability.